Chapter 19.74 — AGRICULTURAL PRESERVE PROCEDURES

Sec. 19.74.010. - Intent and purpose.

The intent of this chapter is to authorize the city to designate suitable areas of the city as agricultural preserves by resolution of the city council pursuant to the Williamson Act of 1965 (Government Code section 51200 et seq.) for the purpose of establishing agricultural and compatible land uses.

(Code 1972, § 19.74.010)

Sec. 19.74.020. - Administration of agricultural preserves.

(a)

General. All agricultural preserves shall be administered pursuant to the Williamson Act of 1965, as not enacted or hereafter amended, and pursuant to the following uniform rules which shall apply in all agricultural preserves now or hereafter established.

(b)

Agricultural uses. The following uses are hereby determined to be agricultural uses and thereby compatible within an agricultural preserve. All other uses of land are prohibited:

(1)

Agricultural use, described as any use of land for the purpose of producing an agricultural commodity, consisting of any and all plant and animal products, for commercial purposes, providing such use is permitted by the applicable zoning and not prohibited by other law or ordinance.

(2)

A stand for display and sale of agricultural commodities produced on the premises or on other premises within the preserve.

(3)

Gas, electric, water and communication utility facilities, and public service facilities of like nature operated by a public agency or mutual water company.

(4)

Public highways.

(5)

Fire protection works and facilities.

(6)

Flood control works, including channel rectification and alteration.

(7)

Public works required for fish and wildlife enhancement and preservation.

(8)

Improvements for the primary benefit of the lands within the preserve.

(9)

State improvement described in section 51293 (d) and (e) of the Government Code.

(10)

Single-family dwellings for the use only of an owner or operator of land within the agricultural preserve, or a person employed on said land if such use is permitted by the applicable zoning, on parcels of not less than ten acres. Where the applicable zoning permits, an additional single-family dwelling (including

mobilehomes), excluding the principle dwelling, shall also be allowed for each ten acre gross being farmed. Said additional dwelling units shall be located on a parcel being farmed and occupied by the owner, operator or employee of the farming operation as a one-family residence, provided that:

a.

The dwellings are not rented or held out for lessee.

b.

The dwellings are located not less than 50 feet from any property line.

c.

The dwellings are screened from view from the front property line by shrubs or trees.

d.

The arrangement of the dwelling units, sanitary facilities and utilities conforms with all of the requirements of the health department, the department of building safety, and state law.

e.

The number of dwelling units for employees shall not exceed four per established farming operation.

(11)

Farm labor camps, including temporary trailer housing, subject to the conditions of law or ordinance otherwise applicable.

(12)

Drying, packing or other processing of an agricultural commodity usually performed on the premises where it is produced.

(13)

Any use existing on the date the land is included within an agricultural preserve, but such use once discontinued for two years shall not be resumed unless permitted under these rules.

(14)

Any use required to be permitted by any amendment to the Williamson Act of 1965 hereafter adopted.

(15)

Any use determined to be a compatible use in all agricultural preserves by the city council, after public hearing on ten days' published notice and such other notice, if any, as the city council may specify. Thereafter, such use shall be deemed a compatible use in any agricultural preserve.

(16)

Any use determined to be a compatible use in a particular agricultural preserve, based on a substantial difference in the character of the agricultural uses existing in that preserve as compared with other

agricultural preserves. Such determination may be made by the city council after public hearing upon ten days' published notice and such be deemed a compatible use within that agricultural preserve.

(17)

Any use of a specific parcel of land which is determined to be a compatible use as related to differences in the location and circumstances of the owners of land in agricultural use or compatible uses with the effected preserve and which is based on character, location or other particular circumstances of the specific parcel which are not applicable generally to other lands within that preserve. Such determination may be made by the city council only after public hearing upon ten days' published notice, and such other notice, if any, as the city council may specify.

(Code 1972, § 19.74.020)

Sec. 19.74.030. - Notice of nonrenewal.

To terminate the automatic renewal of the contract, an application for a notice of nonrenewal shall be obtained from the planning and community development department. This notice will be reviewed for corrections by the planning and community development department before being recorded. Once it is recorded, the land conservation contract to which it pertains will not be renewed. A notice of nonrenewal on a portion of property within one agricultural preserve will require approval by the city council after a public hearing prior to recordation.

(Code 1972, § 19.74.030)

Sec. 19.74.040. - Procedures for tentative cancellation of land conservation contracts.

(a)

Filing petition.

(1)

Land conservation contracts may be canceled by filing a petition for cancellation of land conservation contracts with the planning and community development department. To obtain an application to cancel land conservation contracts, the applicant must pay a fee which represents the reasonable cost of the service. An environmental assessment form with an additional fee may be required.

(2)

The petition shall be accompanied by a proposal for a specified alternative use of the land which must be submitted at the same time as the petition.

(b)

Approval of petition.

(1)

Tentative approval of the petition for cancellation shall be withheld if the proposed alternative land use is not approved by the city council. The proposed alternative land uses are contingent upon the approval of the cancellation of the contract. Approval of the petition for cancellation, with proposed alternative land uses shall be considered by the city council at a legally noticed public hearing.

(2)

Final approval of the cancellation of the contract shall be conditioned upon the finalization of the alternative land use (such as recordation of tentative tract maps) and the payment of a penalty fee. The penalty fee shall be 12.5 percent of the cancellation valuation of the property (assessment value of the land as though it were free of the contractual restriction). An additional penalty fee may be levied pursuant to the provisions of Government Code section 51283.1 by resolution of the city council.

(c)

Public hearing.

(1)

No contract shall be canceled until after the city council has given notice and has held a public hearing on the matter. Notice of the hearing shall be published pursuant to section 6061 of the Government Code and shall be mailed to every owner under contract, any portion of which is situated within one mile of the exterior boundary of the land upon which the contract is proposed to be cancelled.

(2)

Within 30 days of the tentative cancellation of the contract, the city as required by Government Code section 51284 shall comply with the following:

a.

Deliver a copy of the public notice of the decision (to include the findings made pursuant to Government Code section 51282), to the director of the department of conservation.

b.

Advertise in at least one newspaper of general circulation within the city in a display size of not less than one-eighth of a newspaper page. This publication is for informational purposes only.

(d)

Findings. The city council may grant tentative approval for cancellation of a contract only after making one of the following findings:

(1)

That the cancellation is consistent with the purposes of the Williamson Act.

(2)

That the cancellation is in the public interest.

(e)

Williamson Act findings. Consistency with the Williamson Act is found only if the city council makes all of the following findings:

(1)

That the cancellation is for land on which a notice of nonrenewal has been served.

(2)

That the cancellation is not likely to result in the removal of adjacent lands from agricultural use.

(3)

That cancellation is for an alternative use which is consistent with the applicable provisions of the city's general plan.

(4)

That the cancellation will not result in discontinuous patterns of urban development.

(5)

That there is no proximate noncontracted land which is both available and suitable for proposed use of which is both available and suitable for proposed use of the contracted land, or that development of the contracted land would provide more contiguous patterns of urban development than development of proximate non-contracted land.

(f)

Public interest findings. Cancellation is in the public interest only if the city council makes the following findings:

(1)

That other public concerns substantially outweigh the objectives of the Williamson Act.

(2)

That there is no proximate noncontracted land which is both available and suitable for the use to which it is proposed in contracted land to be put; or

(3)

That development of the contracted land would provide more contiguous patterns of urban development than development of proximate noncontracted land.

(g)

Payment of penalty fee. Unless the penalty fee is paid, or a final certificate of cancellation is issued within one year from the date of the recording of the certificate of tentative cancellation, the penalty fee will be recomputed as of the date of the applicant's notice to the city council that all of the conditions of the certificate of tentative cancellation have been satisfied.

(h)

Contract duration. The land conservation contract will stay in effect until all conditions within the certificate of tentative cancellation have been met, and a final certificate of cancellation has been adopted by the city council and has been recorded.

(Code 1972, § 19.74.040)

Sec. 19.74.050. - Diminishment or cancellation of an agricultural preserve.

Diminishment or cancellation of an agricultural preserve may be approved by resolution of the city council pursuant to the Williamson Act of 1965.

(Code 1972, § 19.74.050)

Sec. 19.74.060. - Application processing.

(a)

Application. An application for nonrenewal, diminishment or cancellation of an agricultural preserve shall be made to the planning and community development department on forms provided by that department. The applicant shall set forth complete data required to satisfy all the requirements of this Code and other applicable laws. The completed application shall be submitted to the city council for public review.

(b)

Investigation. The city council shall investigate the facts bearing on each case, verify information necessary to ensure action consistent with the intent and purpose of this Code.

(c)

Application processing prohibited. A person may not file and the director of planning and community development shall not accept an application which is the same as or substantially the same as an application upon which final action has been taken by the city within 12 months prior to the date of said application, unless accepted by a motion of the city council.

(Code 1972, § 19.74.060)

Sec. 19.74.070. - Filing fees.

Fees under this chapter shall be established and adjusted from time to time by a resolution of the city council.

(Code 1972, § 19.74.070)

(a)

General provisions. The applicant, any interested person or any member of the city council may appeal to the city council the decision made by the legislative body on any establishment, diminishment or cancellation of any agricultural preserve.

(b)

Appeal procedure.

(1)

Within ten calendar days after mailing of the decision, the applicant or any interested person may appeal to the city council by filing a written appeal with the city clerk, with the appropriate filing fee. The city clerk shall transmit one copy of the appeal to the director of planning and community development and one copy to the applicant, if the applicant is not the appellant. The written appeal shall specify the person making the appeal, the decision being appealed, and shall state the reasons for the appeal. Appeals shall be limited to action beyond the authority of the decision-making body, action based on incorrect facts or action based on a claim that the decision violates provisions of the law.

(2)

Within ten calendar days after the mailing of the decision, any member of the city council may appeal a decision and request review by the council. Thereupon, the city clerk shall give written notice to the director of planning and community development and the applicant, and set the matter for review by the city council within 30 days.

(3)

After the filing of an applicant's appeal or any other interested person's appeal, the city clerk shall transmit the appeal to the planning and community development department for a report, detailing the facts of the appeal. The director of planning and community development's report shall be filed within 30 days for review by the city council. After reviewing the facts, the city council may decide to either hear the appeal, hear the appeal in part or not hear the appeal by minute motion.

(4)

The appeal hearing shall be held within 30 days after the city council's decision to hear the appeal, unless the 30-day time limit is waived by the appellant. Not less than ten days before the date set for the hearing, notice of the date, time and place of the hearing shall be mailed by the city clerk to the appellant. Notice shall also be mailed to the applicant in the event the applicant is not the appellant, and to any person who has made a written request for such notice.

(5)

After the hearing and before making a final decision, the city council may refer the request for nonrenewal, diminishment or cancellation of an agricultural preserve back to the director of planning and community

development for further consideration. The city council may affirm in whole or part, modify or reverse its original decision.

(Code 1972, § 19.74.080)

CHAPTER 19.75. - SIGN REGULATIONS[[3]]

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Editor's note— Ord. No. 1456, § 5(Exh. 1), adopted May 13, 2025, amended ch. 19.75, §§ 19.75.010— 19.75.200 in its entirety to read as herein set out. Former ch. 19.75, §§ 19.75.010—19.75.200, pertained to similar subject matter, and derived from Code 1972, §§ 19.75.010—19.75.200; Ord. No. 1266, § 4, adopted March 30, 2010; and Ord. No. 1368, § 4, adopted June 12, 2018.

Sec. 19.75.010. - Purpose.

The purpose of this chapter is to enhance the visual environment and safety of the city:

(1)

To provide a reasonable system of sign control, integrated within and as a part of the comprehensive zoning plan set forth by this code.

(2)

To enhance the economic value of the city through the uniform regulation of development standards for the size, height, location, and illumination of signs.

(3)

To protect public and private investment in buildings and open space.

(4)

To preserve and improve the appearance of the city as a benefit to residents and those employed here, and as an attraction to others who come to visit or trade.

(5)

To attract and direct persons to a variety of activities and enterprises for the maximum public convenience.

(6)

To encourage sign compatibility with the land use.

(7)

To reduce traffic and safety hazards to motorists and pedestrians through sound sign practices.

(8)

To encourage a desirable urban character with a minimum of overhead clutter.

(9)

To avoid a profusion of sign displays confusing to the public.

(10)

To encourage and incentivize well-designed signs and provide grounds for latitude regarding well-designed sign relationships.

(11)

To promote the public health, safety and general welfare of the city.

(Ord. No. 1456, § 5(Exh. 1), 5-13-2025)

Sec. 19.75.020. - Findings and intent.

(a)

In adopting this chapter, the city council finds that excessive and inappropriate signage has an adverse impact on the overall visual appearance of a city, and can increase risks to traffic and pedestrians. Proper sign control safeguards and preserves the health, property and public welfare of county residents through prohibiting, regulating and controlling the design, location and maintenance of signs.

(b)

By adopting this chapter, the city intends to regulate signs on the basis of location, relationship to land uses, illumination, motion, size, height, orientation, separation, safety of physical structures, and the public need for functional information. It is the intent of this chapter to minimize visual clutter and enhance traffic safety by ensuring that signage does not distract, obstruct or otherwise impede traffic circulation. Proper sign control also safeguards and preserves the health, property and public welfare by prohibiting, regulating and controlling the structural design, location and maintenance of signs.

(Ord. No. 1456, § 5(Exh. 1), 5-13-2025)

Sec. 19.75.030. - Sign authority and approval.

The development services department shall review and approve sign applications upon compliance with the provisions of this chapter. No person shall erect, move, alter, or reconstruct any type of sign without approval, unless the sign is exempt from the regulations of this chapter. The following sign permits shall apply to the various types of signs:

(1)

Minor development plan review.

a.

No sign or signs shall be erected, re-erected, constructed, painted, or altered, without minor development plan review pursuant to chapter 19.54.

b.

In accordance with this chapter, a sign plan shall be approved through a minor development plan review pursuant to chapter 19.54. Any sign included in a sign plan shall be in conformance with the approved sign plan, and building and electrical permits shall be obtained for each sign, as required.

(2)

Conditional use permit required. Outdoor advertising signs shall require a conditional use permit pursuant to the provisions of chapter 19.61 and building permits for the same issued by the development services department.

(Ord. No. 1456, § 5(Exh. 1), 5-13-2025)

Sec. 19.75.040. - Application requirements.

Applications for sign approvals shall be made to the development services department accompanied by the current filing fee, with the following information:

(1)

Completed application form and fee.

(2)

Plans drawn to scale of the site plan and building elevations detailed with location, area, and dimension of each and every sign and type of sign indicated. All signs shall be depicted, including: Tenant identification sign, building identification sign, address sign, window sign, and any other permitted signage.

(3)

Sign plans drawn to scale which include the location, dimensions, and elevation of each sign proposed. Details as sign area, dimensions, color, letter height, and illumination method shall be included.

(4)

Blueprint or electronic drawings of the plans and specifications and method of construction and attachment to the building, structure, or ground.

(5)

Name of the person erecting the advertising structure, name of the tenant, owner, or land on which the advertising structure is to be erected.

(Ord. No. 1456, § 5(Exh. 1), 5-13-2025)

Sec. 19.75.050. - Fee schedule.

Sign application filing fees shall be as set forth by City Council Resolution No. 2659 (7-28-1998). The fee deposit collected for sign plan review is intended to cover the actual costs of the city to administer the sign approval process.

(Ord. No. 1456, § 5(Exh. 1), 5-13-2025)

Sec. 19.75.060. - Building permits required.

No sign shall be constructed, placed, or otherwise installed on any parcel of land, building, or other structure, unless all required building permits have been obtained, and appropriate fees have been paid. Separate building permits and electrical permits shall be required for each sign or group of signs in one location. A change in sign copy does not require a permit when the sign is otherwise in compliance with the provisions of this chapter.

(Ord. No. 1456, § 5(Exh. 1), 5-13-2025)

Sec. 19.75.070. - Definitions.

The following words, terms and phrases, when used in this chapter, shall have the meanings ascribed to them in this section, except where the context clearly indicates a different meaning:

Abandoned sign means any sign which no longer advertises a business, lessee, owner, product, service or activity on the premises where the sign is displayed.

Alteration means any change of copy, sign face, color, size, shape, illumination, position, location, construction, or supporting structure of any sign.

Animated or moving sign means any sign which uses movement, lighting, or special materials to depict action or create a special effect to imitate movement.

Area of a sign means the entire area within a perimeter defined by a continuous line composed of right angles which enclose the extreme limits of a lettering, logo, trademark, or other graphic representation, together with any frame or structural trim forming an integral part of the display used to differentiate the sign from the background against which it is placed.

Awning sign means any sign copy or logo mounted or attached to, or painted, on an awning.

Banner, vertical banner, flag, or pennant sign means any cloth, bunting, plastic, paper or similar non-rigid material used for temporary advertising purposes attached to any structure, staff, pole, line, framing, or vehicle, not including official flags of the United States, the State of California, and other states of the nation, counties, municipalities, official flags of foreign nations and nationally or internationally recognized organizations.

Bench sign means any copy painted on any portion of a bench.

Billboard means a large-scale sign or panel for the display of offsite advertisements in public places, such as along highways.

Building frontage means the building elevation that is oriented toward a parking lot, mall, walkway, street, driveway, alley or freeway where a sign will be visible to the public and/or access to the building is available.

Bulletin board means a sign of permanent character, but with removable letters, words or numerals indicating the names of persons associated with events conducted upon or products or services offered upon the premises which such signs are located and maintained.

Business frontage means that portion of a building frontage occupied by a single business tenant having a public entrance within the building frontage.

Business identification sign means a sign which serves to identify only the name, address, and lawful use of the premises upon which it is located and provides no other advertisements or product identification.

Cabinet sign or can sign means a prohibited sign containing all the text and/or logo symbols within a single enclosed cabinet which may or may not be illuminated.

Candela. The candela (cd) per meter squared is the standard unit of luminance. See nit.

Changeable copy sign means a sign designed to allow the changing of copy through manual, mechanical, or electronic means, including time and temperature. See electronic sign or readerboard.

Channel letters means three-dimensional individually cut letters or figures, illuminated or non-illuminated, affixed to a building or sign structure.

Civic event sign means a temporary sign, other than a commercial sign, posted to advertise a civic event sponsored by a public agency, school, church, civic-fraternal organization, or similar noncommercial organization.

Cladding means the non-structural covering designed to conceal the actual structural supports of a sign. See also pole sign or pylon sign.

Cloud sign is a one-piece, vacuum-formed plastic sign that features dimensional or embossed letters and graphics in a custom shape. The name is taken from the rounded, less angular shape of the sign.

Commemorative sign means a sign identifying historical buildings, structures, places, trees, or events.

Commercial outdoor advertising sign means a permanent off-premises sign erected, maintained or used in the outdoor environment for the purpose of providing copy area for commercial or noncommercial messages.

Conforming sign means a sign that is legally installed in conformance with all prevailing jurisdictional laws and ordinances.

Contractor or construction sign means a sign which states the name of the developer and contractor working on the site and any related engineering, architectural or financial firms involved with the project.

Convenience sign means a sign that conveys information (e.g., restrooms, no parking, entrance) or minor business identification for directional purposes, and is designed to be viewed on-site by pedestrians and/or

motorists.

Copy means the graphic content or message of a sign, including words, letters, numbers, figures, designs, characters or other symbolic representations incorporated into a sign.

Copy area of a sign means the actual area of the sign copy as applied to any background. Copy area on any individual background may be expressed as the sum of the geometrically computed shape or shapes encompassing separate individual letters, words, or graphic elements on the background.

Digital outdoor advertising display (electronic billboard) means an electronic outdoor advertising display where the message is changed more than once every two minutes, but no more than once every four seconds.

Dimensional letter, symbol, or graphic means a letter, symbol, or graphic that is three-dimensional in character, containing height, width, and depth.

Directional sign means any sign that is designed and erected for the purpose of providing direction and/or orientation for pedestrian or vehicular traffic.

Directory sign means a sign located in a multi-unit complex which lists businesses and corresponding addresses located within the complex.

Display time means the amount of time a message and/or graphic is displayed on an electronic sign.

Dissolve means a mode of message transition on an electronic sign accomplished by varying the light intensity or pattern, in which the first message gradually appears to dissipate and lose legibility with the gradual appearance and legibility of the second message.

Double-faced sign means a sign with two faces, back to back.

Dynamic frame effect means an electronic sign frame effect in which the illusion of motion and/or animation is used.

Electronic sign (also called an electronic message sign, programmable electronic sign, electronic message center or electronic reader board) means an electronic or digital LED display and/or message sign with programmable text and images for the advertisement or promotion of the business or entity upon which property it is located, or off-site, such as a billboard.

Fade means a mode of message transition on an electronic sign accomplished by varying the light intensity, where the first message gradually reduces intensity to the point of not being legible and the subsequent message gradually increases intensity to the point of legibility.

Foam letters means individual letters used for signs that are manufactured from structural foam and painted.

Footcandle means an English unit of measurement of the amount of light falling upon a surface (illuminance). One footcandle is equal to one lumen per square foot.

Foot-lambert means an English unit of measurement of the amount of light emitted by or reflecting off a surface (luminance) equivalent to 3.4262591 candelas per square meter.

Frame means a complete, static display screen on an electronic sign.

Frame effect means a visual effect on an electronic sign applied to a single frame. See also dynamic frame effect.

Freestanding sign means a sign permanently supported by one or more uprights, braces, poles, or other similar structural components attached to the ground or any foundation set in or upon the ground as a support base. Also called a monument sign or ground-mounted sign.

Freeway sign means a sign located on the same parcel as the entity it identifies and such parcel is located within 660 feet of the nearest edge of a freeway right-of-way line.

Frontage (building) means the length of an exterior building wall or structure of a single premise along either a public way or other properties that it faces.

Frontage (property) means the length of the property line of any single premises along either a public way or other properties on which it borders.

Grand opening means a special event solely for the purpose of promoting newly established businesses, within 60 days of the initial occupancy of the premises by the business.

Human-held sign means a person with or without a costume representing a business located on site or offsite on or near the right-of-way wearing and/or manipulating an advertising sign.

Illegal sign means a sign erected without compliance with all ordinances and regulations in effect at the time of its construction and erection.

Lighted sign means a sign which utilizes internal or external illumination or material which creates a similar effect.

Logo means a graphic representation or symbol of a company, trademark, etc., often uniquely designed for ready recognition to be used on its letterhead, advertising material, and signs.

Marquee means any sign designed to allow the changing of symbols through manual, mechanical or electrical means, including time and temperature signs. A marquee sign may also be printed or mounted on a rigid canopy or awning of a commercial business.

Mobile sign means any nonpermanent sign which is movable by or on wheels, attached to a vehicle, or otherwise transportable.

Monument sign means a low profile, freestanding sign supported by a solid base as opposed to poles or open braces.

Mural means a very large image, such as a painting or enlarged photograph that is applied directly to an expanse of wall, window or ceiling. Murals are commissioned public art and as such, no commercial image, logo or trademark may be mounted on the same visual plane as the mural.

Nonconforming sign means a sign that was legal when established but which because of the adoption or amendment of the current ordinance does not comply with the present laws.

Nit means a photometric unit of measurement referring to luminance that is used to calculate the luminance of an electronic sign. One nit is equal to one cd/m[2 ] .

Off-site sign means a sign which advertises or directs attention to a business, profession, product, commodity or service sold, manufactured or offered not upon the property upon which the sign is located.

On-site directional sign means a noncommercial sign to direct pedestrian and vehicular traffic.

Outdoor advertising sign means the same as an off-site sign.

Pole sign is a high-profile sign having one or more leg supports permanently attached directly into or upon the ground, without decorative cladding. Such signs are prohibited by this code.

Political sign means any of a group of signs that are intended to inform or influence the action of the voting public with respect to the passage or defeat of a measure appearing on the ballot at any national, state or local election, or which is designed to influence the voters with respect to the nomination, election or defeat of a candidate for public office or the removal of any person from public office at any national, state or local election. Political signs include any sign which is designed to encourage voters to vote for the candidates of a particular political party, and any sign pertaining to the conduct of a government in general.

Pylon sign means a high profile sign over six feet in height having a solid support permanently attached directly into or upon the ground.

Readerboard means a sign on which copy can be changed manually or automatically. It usually consists of a panel on which individual letters or pictorials are mounted, such as prices or other information. Modern readerboards are often electronic to allow for frequent updating and more efficient conveyance of information to the public. See also electronic sign.

Real estate sign means a temporary sign advertising the sale, lease, or rental of the property upon which it is located and maintained, but does not include subdivision signs.

Sign means any notice, writing of letter, words or numerals, pictorial presentations, illustrations or decorations, emblems or devices, symbols or trademarks, flags, banners or pennants, graphic announcements, insignia display, display of words, bills, posters, pictures, lithographs, maps, plats, buntings, whirligigs, balloons, valances, light festoons, or items of a similar nature, designed to be and used as a means of attracting attention outdoors, including, but not limited to, a structure or any part thereof, or an item attached to, painted on, or in any manner represented on a building or structure or device that is used to advertise, promote, inform and/or attract human interest.

Sign, community identification, means any sign which identifies the name and/or logo of a subdivision, mobile home park, multi-family complex, or specific plan.

Sign height means the greatest vertical distance measured from the finished grade at the point the sign supports intersect the ground to the uppermost area of the sign which includes support features.

Sign, permanent, means a sign which is intended to exist for the duration of time that the use or occupant is located on the premises.

Sign, permitted, means any sign which is lawfully erected, replaced, altered, relocated or maintained in conformance with the requirements of this chapter and other applicable laws.

Sign program or sign plan means a comprehensive sign plan for large projects demonstrating a common relationship and unity of design, such as an artistic and architectural relationship, between the types of signs included in the project. To provide the maximum incentive towards the design of a superior quality sign program, the planning division will allow flexibility and latitude in the interpretation of the sign regulations to achieve the intent of the sign regulations for multi-tenant and large, unique or sensitive developments. A master signage plan shall be prepared for all new commercial, office or industrial projects or any multitenant buildings or group of buildings having four or more tenant or occupant spaces on a lot or combination of lots subject to a common development permit or plan. See section 19.75.120.

Sign, projecting, means a sign which protrudes from a building or structure.

Sign, prospective tenant identification, means a temporary sign which identifies a future use of a site or building.

Sign, public convenience, means a noncommercial sign which directs the public to public facilities.

Sign, public utility, means a sign erected for the purpose of identifying public utilities and related equipment.

Temporary sign means any sign not intended for permanent display that is displayed for a limited period of time and capable of being viewed from any public right-of-way, parking area or neighboring property. See also section 19.75.140.

Tenant identification sign mean a sign which identifies a tenant or business and is located on the same premises as that business or tenant.

Vehicle sign means a sign which is placed on, attached to, or painted on a vehicle.

Wall sign means a sign attached or erected upon a wall of a building or structure.

Window area shall be computed by calculating each window pane or panel. The area shall be separate for each building face, and for each window. A group of window panes or panels may be considered one window if they are adjoining and less than six inches apart.

Window sign means a sign painted or otherwise attached to a window for the purpose of outside display.

(Ord. No. 1456, § 5(Exh. 1), 5-13-2025)

Sec. 19.75.080. - Exempt signs.

The following signs or displays are exempt from permit requirements pursuant to this chapter:

(1)

Address identification signs posted on contrasting background that comply with the following minimum requirements:

a.

Single-family residential. Minimum character height of four inches.

b.

Multi-family residential. Minimum character height of six inches for each individual unit and 12 inches for each building and/or complex.

c.

Industrial/office/civic/institutional. Minimum character height of 12 inches.

(2)

Real estate signs that indicate availability for sale, lease, or rent on the site on which they are located, provided such signs comply with the following:

a.

Multifamily or neighborhood residential for sale or rent. Nonilluminated signs not to exceed six square feet in area and seven feet in height. One sign per street frontage only, to be removed within 15 days after the close of escrow, or the execution date of a rental or lease agreement.

b.

Nonresidential. Nonilluminated signs not to exceed 32 square feet in area and eight feet in height. One sign permitted per street frontage, placed a minimum of ten feet from the property line.

(3)

Prospective tenant identification signs, provided such signs are not erected on a site prior to the approval of a parcel map, final map, conditional use permit or plot plan for the project being advertised for the site, and are removed within 14 days upon issuance of the certificate of occupancy.

a.

Parcels less than ten acres. Signs shall be limited to one per street frontage, not to exceed 32 square feet in area and eight feet in height. Such signs shall be placed ten feet from property line.

b.

Parcels ten acres or greater. Signs shall be limited to one per every 600 linear feet of street frontage not to exceed 64 square feet in area and 15 feet in height. Such signs shall be placed ten feet from property line.

(4)

Safety and governmental signs are allowed as follows:

a.

Political signs when displayed in accordance with section 19.75.130(a).

b.

State or federal flags.

c.

Signs included as part of a bus shelter erected on an official bus route in cooperation with the Riverside Transit Authority.

d.

City-sponsored wayfinding signage installed as part of a coordinated privately contracted program.

e.

City-sponsored public gateway entrance identification monumentation.

f.

Construction signs provided such signs comply with the following:

1.

One directory sign per construction site (one acre net or larger) not to exceed 32 square feet in area and eight feet in height placed not more than ten feet from property line. Such signs shall be removed prior to occupancy of the project.

2.

On an occupied residential lot, one sign not to exceed six square feet in area and four feet in height which states the name of the contractor performing construction work on the site, to be removed at end of construction work.

3.

Safety signs are allowed on construction sites.

g.

Signs required by law, including, but not limited to, official or legal notices issued and posted by any public agency or court; or traffic directional or warning signs.

h.

Warning signs, including, "no trespassing," "no parking," and other warning signs are allowed, provided they not exceed two square feet in area, and are located entirely onsite.

i.

Public utility signs which aid public safety, or which show the location of underground facilities.

j.

Incidental signs not to exceed two square feet in surface area, provided that said size limitation shall not apply to signs providing directions, warnings or information when established and maintained by a public agency.

(5)

Miscellaneous signs.

a.

Commemorative signs.

b.

Historical plaques, tablets or inscriptions that are an integral part of the building structure, or are attached flat to the face of the building, not illuminated, and do not exceed four square feet in area.

c.

On-site directional signs are allowed provided such signs do not exceed a maximum of four feet in height as measured from ground level, and three square feet in area.

d.

Nameplates attached to doors are allowed provided they are non-illuminated and do not exceed two square feet in area.

e.

Public convenience signs, such as signs identifying restrooms, public telephones, walkways and similar features or facilities, are allowed provided such signs are no more than two square feet in area, and contain no advertising message.

f.

Signs carved or raised in integral relief on a building that are a physical part of the building construction materials that comprise the facade.

g.

A flag of a commercial institution, provided no more than one on-site flag is permitted per business premises, or one per tenant in a multitenant building. The flag shall not exceed 20 square feet in surface area or advertise a product. Multiple flags in a multitenant building shall be grouped aesthetically in one location. Flags shall be attached to a permanently anchored decorative pole, which requires a building permit. Corporate flags shall be maintained in good condition.

h.

Signs or displays not intended to be visible from streets or public ways, signs in the interior of a building more than three feet from the closest window and not facing a window, and point of purchase advertising displays, such as vending machines.

(Ord. No. 1456, § 5(Exh. 1), 5-13-2025)

Sec. 19.75.090. - Prohibited signs.

The following signs or displays are prohibited:

(1)

Portable signs, except as provided for in section 19.75.140.

(2)

Roof signs.

(3)

V-shaped, A-shaped or multi-faced signs with an angle between each face exceeding 20 degrees.

(4)

Signs placed on utility poles, fences, walls or trees, except signs of utility companies or government.

(5)

Signs which may be confused with traffic control signs or signals by reason of their size, location, movement, content, coloring or manner of illumination.

(6)

Signs that may interfere with visibility for the safe movement of pedestrians, bicycles, and vehicles.

(7)

Inflatable signs and other permanent objects used to advertise a business or a commodity, including, but not limited to, figural balloons and humanoid figures.

(8)

Signs with emissions of smoke, vapor, particles, sound or odor, or open flames used to attract public attention to a place of business or to an advertising sign.

(9)

Flashing signs or signs with a strobe effect that have a change rate or dwell time of four seconds or less are prohibited.

(10)

Off-premises signs, billboards, poster boards and other advertising for products or business not located on the site of the business or place of sale, except as permitted in this chapter. Notwithstanding the foregoing exception and any provision of this chapter permitting any of the aforementioned off-premises signs or advertising, the display of adult-use or medicinal cannabis advertisements is prohibited on off-premises signs, billboards, poster boards, and other advertising for products or business not located on the site of the business or place of sale, including but not limited to outdoor advertising signs or display structures as provided in Section 19.75.130 and off-site freeway signs as provided in Section 19.75.100(b)(5), where the sign or advertising display is located within 660 feet of the nearest edge of a freeway right-of-way line. For the avoidance of doubt, "freeway," as used in this paragraph, includes, but is not limited to, any state or federal highway.

(11)

Cabinet signs and can signs. However, one-piece dimensional plastic cloud signs are permitted subject to the standards contained in this chapter.

(12)

Foam letter signs (with or without rigid facing material).

(13)

Pole signs.

(Ord. No. 1456, § 5(Exh. 1), 5-13-2025; Ord. No. 1461, § 4(Exh. A), 8-26-2025)

Sec. 19.75.100. - Permitted signs and sign standards.

(a)

Office, commercial and industrial building signs. Generally, each establishment located in a non-residential zone is allowed at least one wall sign per building frontage.

(1)

Wall signs. For each use or occupancy with lease space or building frontage with a minimum width of less than 80 feet, one wall sign per building frontage oriented toward a parking lot, mall, street, driveway, alley or freeway, a maximum of one square foot of sign per lineal foot of frontage of the lease space or building occupied by the use, but not to exceed 200 square feet of total sign area.

a.

For each lease space or building with more than 80 feet of building frontage, a maximum of two wall signs shall be allowed on each building frontage oriented toward a parking lot, mall, street, driveway, alley or freeway. Total square footage of all signs on each building frontage shall not exceed one square foot of sign per lineal foot of building frontage, up to a maximum of 200 square feet combined area of all signs on a given frontage.

b.

The width of each wall sign shall not exceed 80 percent of the linear width of the building elevation.

c.

Wall sign placement shall be below building roofline and eaves, unless architecturally designed into building.

d.

Signs above the third floor. Building signs shall not be allowed above the third floor, except that, in lieu of signs on the second and third floors, one sign may be placed as near the top of the building, but not projecting over the roof line, on each frontage, subject to a maximum area computed as follows: One square foot of sign per frontage foot of building, up to 100 square feet per frontage for a building two to four stories high, up to 150 square feet for a building five to six stories high, up to 200 square feet for a building seven to ten stories high and up to 250 square feet for a building over ten stories high.

(2)

Window signs. For each use or occupancy, one window sign for each public entrance, and no sign exceeding nine square feet shall be permitted.

(3)

Awning and marquee signs. For signs that are printed or mounted on an awning or marquee, the following standards apply:

a.

Awning and marquee signs are only allowed on building facades that are adjacent to a sidewalk or walkway.

b.

Signs shall only be allowed on the front face or valance of the awning, but are allowed on all faces of marquees.

c.

Lettering shall not exceed a height of eight inches and symbols/logos shall not exceed a height of 12 inches.

d.

The width of the sign shall not exceed 80 percent of the width of the awning or marquee.

e.

Awning and marquee signs shall be illuminated by external lighting only.

f.

Signage area on an awning or marquee will be included in the total allowable sign area of the building frontage on which it is located.

(4)

Under-canopy signs. For each use of occupancy, one under-canopy sign, and no sign exceeding nine square feet shall be permitted.

(b)

Office, commercial, institutional and industrial freestanding and monument signs. Monument or other types of freestanding signs such as pylon signs are permitted in addition to wall signs for occupants of individual pad tenant and multi-tenant buildings, based on site development and size criteria. Signs shall be located to be directed toward a parking lot, major pedestrian access, street, driveway or alley. Where signs are placed on both major and secondary street frontages, each such sign shall be placed as near to the middle of the street frontage as practical or at a major driveway entrance to the complex from the street frontage. Signs shall be separated by 300 feet on public streets.

(1)

Office uses.

a.

Single tenant buildings and individual pad tenant identification. Maximum of two monument signs, one per street frontage, with each sign area not to exceed 20 square feet and four feet in height from finished grade.

b.

Complex identification.

1.

Small complex (two to ten tenants): Maximum of two monument signs, one per street frontage, with each sign area not to exceed 32 square feet and five feet in height from finished grade.

2.

Large complex (ten or more tenants): Maximum of two monument signs, one per street frontage, with each sign area not to exceed 50 square feet and five feet in height from finished grade.

3.

Office park (ten or more acres): Large office park developments shall substantially conform to the sign regulations of this chapter, and shall be subject to design review and approval by the planning division, and/or preparation of a sign program.

c.

Commercial uses.

1.

Single tenant buildings and individual pad tenants (less than 10,000 square feet of building area). Maximum of two monument signs, one per street frontage, with each sign area not to exceed 20 square feet and four feet in height from finished grade.

(i)

Median tenants (10,000—30,000 square feet of building area): Maximum of two monument signs, one per street frontage, with each sign area not to exceed 32 square feet and five feet in height from finished grade.

(ii)

Large tenants (30,000 or more square feet of building area): Maximum of two monument signs, one per street frontage, with each sign area not to exceed 50 square feet and five feet in height from finished grade.

2.

Complex identification.

(i)

Small complex (less than five acres): Maximum of two monument signs, one per street frontage, with each sign area not to exceed 32 square feet and five feet in height from finished grade.

(ii)

Median complex (five to 15 acres): Maximum of two monument or pylon signs, one per street frontage, with each sign area not to exceed 50 square feet and six feet in height for monument signs, and 100 square feet and 20 feet in height for pylon signs, as measured from finished grade.

(iii)

Large complex (15—25 acres): Maximum of two monument or pylon signs, one per street frontage, with each sign area not to exceed 75 square feet and eight feet in height for monument signs, and 150 square feet and 20 feet in height for pylon signs, as measured from finished grade.

(iv)

Regional commercial centers (25 or more acres): Large regional center developments shall substantially conform to the sign regulations of this chapter, and shall be required to prepare a sign program for review and approval by the planning division.

(2)

Institutional uses (including churches, schools, and hospitals).

a.

Sites less than three acres: One monument sign per site with sign area not to exceed 20 square feet and four feet in height.

b.

Sites three to seven acres: One monument sign per site with sign area not to exceed 32 square feet and five feet in height.

c.

Sites seven acres or more: Large institutional developments shall substantially conform to the sign regulations of this chapter, and shall be subject to design review and approval by the planning division, and/or preparation of a sign program.

(3)

Industrial uses.

a.

Single tenant buildings and individual pad tenants.

1.

Small tenants (less than five acres): Maximum of two monument signs, one per street frontage, with each sign area not to exceed 20 square feet and five feet in height from finished grade.

2.

Median tenants (five to 15 acres): Maximum of two monument signs, one per street frontage, with each sign area not to exceed 32 square feet and five feet in height from finished grade.

3.

Large tenants (ten or more tenants): Maximum of two monument signs, one per street frontage, with each sign area not to exceed 50 square feet and six feet in height from finished grade.

b.

Complex identification.

1.

Small complex (less than ten acres): Maximum of two monument signs, one per street frontage, with each sign area not to exceed 20 square feet and five feet in height from finished grade.

2.

Large complex (ten to 25 acres): Maximum of three monument signs, one per street frontage, with each sign area not to exceed 32 square feet and six feet in height from finished grade.

3.

Industrial park (more than 25 acres): Large industrial park developments shall substantially conform to the sign regulations of this chapter, and prepare a sign program for review and approval by the planning division.

(4)

Freeway signs. Freeway signs shall be located on the same parcel as the entity identified or an off-site nearby parcel and shall comply with the following provisions:

a.

Approval of a conditional use permit is required.

b.

A maximum of one freeway sign shall be allowed per parcel or site.

c.

The parcel on which the sign is located shall be located within 660 feet of the nearest edge of a freeway right-of-way line.

d.

Freeway signs shall not exceed an overall height of 25 feet and a total sign area of 100 square feet, with the following exception: freeway signs located within 300 feet of a freeway interchange or overpass shall be permitted an additional sign height of 25 feet.

e.

Joint use freeway signs identifying more than one site/business may have a total sign area of 150 square feet, and shall be subject to the following provisions:

1.

Joint use signs may be permitted for two or more sites or businesses, and shall be located within 660 feet of the nearest edge of a freeway right-of-way line.

2.

Joint use signs may only identify businesses located on the parcel upon which the sign is located, and not to exceed a total of two, which are located on parcels situated within 75 feet of the parcel upon which the sign is located.

3.

Joint sign users/businesses shall be located within 660 feet of the nearest edge of a freeway right-of-way line and within 75 feet of the parcel upon which the joint use sign is located.

4.

Only one freeway sign shall be permitted per site/business irrespective of whether a singular or joint use freeway sign is used.

5.

The supporting structure of the base of the freeway sign shall be a minimum of 30 percent of the sign width, and architecturally treated to be consistent with the development.

(5)

Offsite freeway signs (i.e. not billboards). Offsite freeway signs for a shopping center may be permitted subject to the following provisions, in addition to and to the extent stricter than any applicable provisions of the California Outdoor Advertising Act:

a.

The commercial shopping center must be a minimum of five acres in area and must be commercially zoned.

b.

The parcel containing the off-site freeway sign shall be located adjacent to a freeway right-of-way.

c.

The off-site parcel must be located 150 feet or closer to one or more the parcel(s) developed with the commercial shopping center.

d.

A maximum of one off-site freeway sign may be permitted and associated with a commercial shopping center.

e.

The off-site freeway sign must not exceed an overall height of 50-feet and a total sign area of 100 square feet for single tenant signs and 150 square feet for multitenant signs.

f.

The sign is limited to one single tenant panel or multi-tenant panels with static text.

g.

No digital signage will be allowed.

h.

All off-site freeway signs must maintain a 500-foot distance from any other offsite freeway sign.

i.

Approval of a conditional use permit is required. Any deviation from the standards requires the approval of a minor adjustment or variance.

(6)

Additional development standards for freestanding or monument signs.

a.

Each freestanding or monument sign shall be located in a planted landscaped area of a shape, design and size not less than the total sign area.

b.

If the sign is constructed upon an artificial berm, the height of the sign, as measured from the toe of the slope or berm, shall not exceed 150 percent of the maximum height allowed by this chapter.

c.

Location of freestanding or monument signs shall be no closer than five feet from the property line.

(c)

Sign program required. For new office and commercial complexes with four units or more, a sign program shall be prepared for planning division staff approval prior to issuance of any sign permits. New sign programs for existing commercial complexes may also be required at times of renovation. See section 19.75.150.

(d)

Specific plans. Signs proposed within the geographic confines of an approved specific plan are subject to the sign provisions contained therein. When a conflict or absence of sign standards exists, the requirements of this chapter will apply.

(Ord. No. 1456, § 5(Exh. 1), 5-13-2025)

Sec. 19.75.110. - Sign regulations by use.

(a)

Political signs. Political signs associated with any local, state, regional or national official election shall be permitted in any zoning district subject to the following provisions:

(1)

No political sign shall be placed earlier than 90 calendar days prior to the election or primary which it addresses, and such signage shall be removed no later than ten calendar days following the date of the election or primary.

(2)

Political signs shall not be erected on a permanent foundation, or be attached to a sign structure having a permanent foundation. Structures with permanent foundations include buildings, fencing, utility poles, utility boxes, traffic signs and directional signs.

(3)

Political signs shall not be displayed on city-owned property; however, such signs may be permitted in the right-of-way provided no sign is erected, placed, used or maintained on any publicly owned tree or shrub, or upon the improved portion of any street or highway right-of-way used for traffic or parking, or upon any street divider or median. Political signs shall not be suspended over the right-of-way.

(4)

No sign shall be placed in a manner that would obstruct visibility of traffic, or which constitutes an immediate peril to persons or property.

(5)

A political sign shall not exceed 32 square feet in total area for one side.

(6)

Contact information shall appear on the face of the sign. At minimum, contact information shall consist of the name of a responsible individual, committee, or the campaign identification number, and a valid telephone number. The font used for contact information shall be not less than one-half inch in height.

(7)

No political sign shall exceed an overall height of six feet. Signs used for identification of political headquarters shall comply with other provisions of this section.

(8)

No lot shall contain political signage with a combined aggregate surface area in excess of 80 square feet.

(9)

Political signs may not be erected, placed, used or maintained upon property without the consent of the owner, lessee, person or entity in lawful possession of the property.

(10)

Political signs shall not be artificially illuminated.

(11)

Any political sign that remains posted for more than ten calendar days after the political or primary to which it pertains shall be deemed abandoned. If the development services director or designee finds that any political sign has been posted or is being maintained in violation of the provisions of this section, the owner of the sign shall be given written notice to remove said sign. Said notice shall include a brief statement of the reasons for requiring removal. If the person so notified fails to correct the violation or remove the sign within five days after such notice, the development services director or designee may cause such sign to be removed. If the owner of the sign cannot in good faith be located within a reasonable time, the sign shall be deemed abandoned. The development services director or designee may cause such abandoned signs to be removed summarily and without prior notice. The city may recoup reasonable costs associated with the removal of violating or abandoned political signs.

(b)

Vehicle fueling stations. Vehicle fuel stations, whether situated on an independent parcel or incorporated as part of a commercial, industrial or office complex, shall have independent freestanding sign rights and are not restricted by the number of signs serving uses not related to the vehicle fuel station.

(1)

Freestanding signs.

a.

On-site/price monument sign. For each vehicle fuel station, one monument sign, maximum 50 square feet in size and maximum six feet in overall height shall be permitted. The price portion of the sign may not exceed 30 square feet and must include all price advertising required by state law.

b.

Freeway adjacent locations. For vehicle fuel stations located contiguous to a freeway, where a freeway exit serves the street from which the station takes direct access, in addition to the on-site/price monument sign, one on-premises pylon sign, maximum 80 square feet in size and 45 feet in overall height, situated to be directed toward and permanently viewable from the freeway, is permitted subject to the granting of a conditional use permit.

c.

Secondary price sign. In addition to the on-site/price monument sign allowed, each station may display a maximum of one non-lighted, double-faced changeable copy price sign, maximum 15 square feet in display area and four feet in overall height.

(2)

Building and gas canopy signs.

a.

Building and gas canopy signs. Building and gas canopy signs shall be limited to two on-site signs totaling no more than 30 square feet in combined display area. For stations with multiple uses, one additional

building sign and ten additional square feet of combined sign area shall be allowed for each use, with a maximum of five signs with a combined sign area limited to 60 square feet.

b.

Pump island signs. Each pump may display one sign per side for a total of two signs per pump. Signs must be permanently affixed to the pump island they identify, and each sign may not exceed four square feet in overall size.

c.

Window signs. One window sign may be displayed at each public entrance to the building, not to exceed 25 percent of the window area.

(c)

Drive-through restaurants. Signs for drive-through restaurants shall be permitted subject to the following provisions:

(1)

Wall and monument signs shall comply with the requirements for commercial businesses as described in section 19.75.100(a)(1) and (2).

(2)

Menu boards shall comply with the following:

a.

A maximum of two menu board signs shall be allowed per business.

b.

A menu board shall not exceed 32 square feet in total area. No sign shall obstruct visibility of pedestrian or vehicular traffic.

c.

No menu board signs shall exceed an overall height of seven feet, including base.

d.

Temporary signs for advertising purposes shall not be attached to the menu board.

e.

A loudspeaker is permitted on menu board signs and shall not exceed a maximum noise level range of 45 decibels.

f.

Menu board signs shall not face the public right-of-way, and shall be screened from other public views, including adjacent parcels and common areas and including parking lots, dining areas, open space, and similar areas.

g.

Menu board signs shall be located on the drive-through aisle as to allow stacking for a minimum of eight passenger vehicles, and to prevent vehicle overflow upon public right-of-way areas or required parking drive aisles and circulation paths.

(3)

Other drive-through restaurants may be permitted up to a maximum of four signs, to include, but not be limited to:

a.

Window signs shall not exceed 25 percent of the window area.

b.

Under-canopy signs and advisory signs (i.e., "Have Payment Ready") shall not exceed three square feet.

c.

Clearance structure signs shall not exceed ten feet ten inches in overall structure height.

d.

Support posts shall not contain signage of any kind.

(d)

Entertainment theater. Entertainment theater signs shall be permitted subject to the following provisions:

(1)

An entertainment theater may dedicate up to 50 percent of the permitted sign area to marquee signs.

(2)

The entertainment theater complex with two or more screens shall be permitted an additional ten square feet of sign area per each screen over two.

(3)

One movie poster encased in glass attached or fixed to the building shall be permitted per theater screen. Glass encasements shall not exceed three feet in width and four feet in height.

(4)

Live performance theaters with permanent seating for at least 100 persons may provide a maximum of 1½ square feet of signage for each linear foot of building frontage, not to exceed 100 square feet of signage per frontage.

(e)

Murals. For the purposes of this chapter, murals are considered public art. The intent of this section is to establish standards for murals that comply with the definition found in section 19.75.070. Design review and approval for murals is required through the planning division and subject to the following standards:

(1)

A mural shall be integrated into the design of the structure on which it is to be placed, with logical borders and orientation.

(2)

A mural shall use colors and a design complementary to the colors and design of the structure on which it is to be placed.

(3)

A mural shall not obscure or detract from the architecture of the structure on which it is to be placed.

(4)

No commercial image, logo or trademark may be mounted on the same visual plane as the mural.

(5)

No building permit is required when the mural is painted onto an existing building surface. Construction of new backgrounds or building surfaces for mural placement is subject to approval of the development services department and may require a building permit.

(Ord. No. 1456, § 5(Exh. 1), 5-13-2025)

Sec. 19.75.120. - Electronic signs.

(a)

Commercial, office, business park and industrial zones. Electronic signs are permitted for freestanding or monument signs in accordance with the sign areas for permitted uses described in section 19.75.100(b)(5), and as otherwise provided in this code. Electronic signs shall comply with the following general regulations:

(1)

An electronic sign may be a portion of the freestanding sign, or may comprise the entire sign area.

(2)

All electronic signs shall have automatic dimming controls, either by photocell (hardwired) or via software settings, to bring the electronic sign lighting level at night into compliance with section 19.75.160.

(3)

In commercial and industrial zones, all electronic sign display features and functions are permitted except full motion video or film display via an electronic file imported into the electronic sign software or streamed in real time into the electronic sign. Full motion video as described shall be permitted by conditional use permit only.

(b)

Office and business park zones. Electronic signs shall have a minimum display time of eight seconds. The transition time between messages and/or message frames is limited to three seconds and these transitions may employ fade, dissolve, and or other transition effects. In office and business park zones, the following electronic message sign display features and functions are prohibited: continuous scrolling and/or traveling, flashing, spinning, rotating, and similar moving effects, and all dynamic frame effects or patterns of illusionary movement or simulating movement.

(c)

Places of assembly in other zones. Assemblies of people not in commercial, office, business park and industrial zones shall be permitted one freestanding electronic sign per use as described below:

(1)

Sites one acre in size or less. Maximum of one 15 square foot, six-foot high electronic monument sign. Copy shall not be changed more than once a day and shall not be illuminated between the hours of 10:00 p.m. and 7:00 a.m.

(2)

Sites greater than one acre in size. Maximum of one 25 square foot, six-foot high electronic monument sign. The copy shall not be changed more than once a day and shall not be illuminated between the hours of 10:00 p.m. and 7:00 a.m.

(d)

Places of assembly within an existing industrial, office or commercial complex. Assemblies of people in an existing office, commercial or industrial complex shall be allowed an electronic sign serving that use in lieu of the permitted monument sign for the existing multi-tenant office, commercial or industrial complex.

(e)

Entertainment theater. An entertainment theater may dedicate up to 50 percent of the permitted sign area for building marquee signs to electronic signage.

(f)

Freeway signs. A freeway sign may dedicate up to 50 percent of the permitted sign area to electronic signage.

(Ord. No. 1456, § 5(Exh. 1), 5-13-2025)

Sec. 19.75.130. - Off-site advertising signs (billboards).

(a)

Location criteria. Outdoor advertising signs or display structures may be permitted in any commercial or industrial zone district subject to a conditional use permit and the following conditions noted below. However, outdoor advertising signs may deviate from such standards if such signs replace or relocate existing signs pursuant to a relocation agreement approved by the city council as forth in subsection (e) of this section:

(1)

The area of permitted outdoor sign or display structure shall not exceed 300 square feet, unless otherwise permitted under a relocation agreement as set forth in subsection (e) of this section.

(2)

Outdoor advertising signs shall be set back 100 feet from any right-of-way, unless otherwise permitted under a relocation agreement as set forth in subsection (e) of this section.

(3)

Outdoor advertising signs or display structure erected on a parcel of land located at the intersection of any state or federal highway with a major or secondary street of the city shall be setback at least 660 feet from any right-of-way.

(4)

Outdoor advertising signs shall not be located within 1,000 feet of any other outdoor advertising sign or display structure, unless otherwise permitted under a relocation agreement as set forth in subsection (e) of this section.

(b)

Distance criteria.

(1)

Freestanding outdoor advertising signs shall not be erected within 200 feet of a residential zone district.

(2)

Freestanding outdoor advertising signs shall not be erected within 200 feet of any public or private school, church, library, or any street designated as a parkway, or entrance to a public park.

(c)

Height/location/design criteria.

(1)

Freestanding outdoor advertising signs shall not exceed an overall height of 40 feet, unless otherwise permitted under a relocation agreement as set forth in subsection (e) of this section.

(2)

No outdoor advertising sign shall be painted or attached to any wall, building, or fence.

(3)

No outdoor advertising sign shall be erected upon the roof of any building.

(4)

No outdoor advertising sign shall have digital displays, unless otherwise permitted under a relocation agreement as set forth in subsection (e) of this section and located along the I-215 Freeway, subject to the following requirements:

a.

The digital display shall not change its message more than once every four seconds. The digital display shall not include any red or blinking or intermittent light likely to be mistaken for a warning or danger signal.

b.

The digital display illumination shall not impair the vision of travelers on adjacent highways. Illuminations shall be considered vision impairing when its brilliance exceeds the values set forth in section 21466.5 of the California Vehicle Code.

c.

The digital display shall not display any video streaming, flashing, intermittent, or moving light or lights.

d.

The sign shall comply with all applicable CALTRANS standards for signs adjacent to a freeway.

(d)

Permit expiration. Any permit for an outdoor advertising sign or display structure shall expire ten years from the date of issuance or as otherwise provided in an approved relocation agreement.

(e)

Outdoor advertising signs permitted pursuant to relocation agreement. The city recognizes that California Business and Professions Code section 5412 encourages cities to enter into relocation agreements, and to adopt ordinances or resolutions providing for relocation of billboards. Thus, the intent of this section is to reduce visual clutter, eliminate non-conforming signage, facilitate the relocation and redistribution of

existing outdoor advertising displays to more appropriate locations within the city to better serve the advertising needs of the local business community, allow incorporation of modern technology into relocated outdoor advertising displays in the form of digital outdoor advertising displays, and to eliminate the need for the city to pay compensation for removal of existing outdoor advertising displays to accommodate a public project.

(1)

Content. Each relocation agreement shall contain, at a minimum, the following information:

a.

Identification of the location of the relocated outdoor advertising display and, if removal of further outdoor advertising display sign area is required, outdoor advertising display being permanently removed; and

b.

Conceptual design drawings for the relocated outdoor advertising display, including sign area and dimensions.

(2)

Review process. All relocation agreements shall be reviewed and approved by the city council. The following findings must be made by the city council in order to approve a relocation agreement:

a.

The proposed agreement is consistent with the goals, objectives, purposes and provisions of the city general plan and this Code;

b.

The proposed relocation site is compatible with the uses and structures on the site and in the surrounding area;

c.

The proposed relocation agreement either:

1.

Reduces the number of outdoor advertising displays within the city; or

2.

In the case of relocations to accommodate a public project, the relocation agreement serves the public interest eliminating the need for public fund expenditure;

d.

The proposed outdoor advertising display would not create a traffic or safety problem with regard to onsite access circulation or visibility;

e.

The proposed outdoor advertising display would not interfere with onsite parking or landscaping required by city ordinance or permit; and

f.

The proposed outdoor advertising display would not otherwise result in a threat to the general health, safety and welfare of city residents.

(3)

Status of existing outdoor advertising displays. Only outdoor advertising displays that comply with this code or that are legal non-conforming outdoor advertising displays as of the date of adoption of this section are eligible to be relocated pursuant to a relocation agreement.

(4)

Placement of relocated outdoor advertising display. Relocated outdoor advertising displays may only be constructed on property located within commercial, office or manufacturing zoning districts.

(5)

Permits required. Subsequent to the approval of a relocation agreement by the city council, the outdoor advertising display and/or property owner shall file an application for a conditional use permit and sign permit to relocate or reconstruct the outdoor advertising sign structures as authorized by the relocation agreement, pursuant to the provisions of section 19.75.040. The outdoor advertising display and/or property owner must also file an application for building permits pursuant to the provisions of section 19.75.060. All outdoor advertising displays, whether relocated, reconstructed, or new, require a conditional use permit.

(6)

Nonconforming outdoor advertising displays. Any nonconforming outdoor advertising display relocated or reconstructed pursuant to an approved relocation agreement shall no longer be considered nonconforming for purposes of this code.

(Ord. No. 1456, § 5(Exh. 1), 5-13-2025)

Sec. 19.75.140. - Temporary signs.

The following regulations shall apply to temporary sign displays:

(1)

Application and permit required. A temporary sign permit is required before any temporary sign is placed on a site. The following information is required for submittal of a temporary sign permit application:

a.

A completed application form and fee.

b.

Plans drawn to scale indicating the sign area, dimensions, proposed copy, colors, materials and method of illumination, if any.

c.

Site plan indicating the location of the proposed sign on the subject property.

(2)

Approval. An application for a temporary sign permit shall be reviewed and approved by the planning division, subject to the regulations for each sign type as contained in this section.

(3)

Temporary sign permits. A temporary sign permit shall be required for the following:

a.

Grand opening banners. One banner not exceeding 60 square feet shall be allowed for a period not exceeding 60 consecutive days per calendar year for a business opening, change of ownership or management, or change of use, with verification of a new business license or change to an existing business license, as part of the permit application process, on the building frontage where the banner is to be displayed. The banner shall be stretched and secured flat against the building surface and shall not extend higher than the building eave or the building parapet wall. A separate permit application is required for each occurrence.

b.

Window signs for special events. No more than three temporary signs not exceeding a combined 25 percent of the total window area, or a combined area of 40 square feet, whichever area is less, may be displayed up to 14 days in the window area of each building frontage throughout the duration of an event. Such signs may be painted directly onto the window in water-soluble paints or constructed of paper, wood, fabric, plastic, vinyl or similar materials and securely adhered to, or oriented toward the street or public right-of-way. All paper signs must be mechanically printed. Signs shall be removed within seven days of the conclusion of the event, and will be permitted a maximum of four times during the calendar year. A separate permit application is required for each occurrence.

c.

Vertical banner signs. Not more than four freestanding vertical banners may be displayed per street frontage, at a distance of not less than 20 feet apart, no closer than five feet from the property line and public right of way. Vertical banners shall not exceed 15 square feet and ten feet in height. Signs may be displayed a maximum of 30 days. Such temporary signs may be permitted and erected again after an

interval of 45 days, and in no case shall the vertical banners exceed 90 total days of display per calendar year.

d.

Temporary commercial event signs. Other types of temporary signage including balloons, festoons, statuary, pennants and flags may be included in the temporary sign permit, subject to planning division review and approval in conjunction with the temporary signs described above, and as required by other sections of this code.

(4)

Temporary signs shall be maintained in good condition. Damaged or faded signs shall be replaced within 72 hours.

(5)

Model home complex signs. All signs for model units associated with new single-family developments and multi-family developments shall require a temporary sign permit. Model units for multi-family and singlefamily developments are permitted as follows:

a.

Up to five flags, with an additional two flags permitted per each model home within the complex, or every 50 units contained within the multi-family development.

b.

One on-site identification sign not to exceed 12 square feet in area and not more than eight feet in height.

c.

Directional signs for parking areas, model home entrance and sales office area. No sign shall be more than two square feet in area, and four feet in height if freestanding, or six feet from finished grade if attached to a structure.

d.

Each model shall be permitted one sign two square feet in area and four feet in height if freestanding, or six feet from finished grade if attached to the home.

e.

All model home complex signs shall be removed within ten days from the closure of the model home complex.

f.

All signage for multi-family development shall be permitted upon the opening of a complex and until 80 percent of the complex is rented/sold or for a period of time not to exceed 12 months from opening date,

whichever comes first. A six-month extension may be granted, if less than 80 percent of the complex is occupied.

(6)

Directional subdivision signs. A temporary sign permit is required prior to the placement of a directional subdivision sign either on or off the subject property. Off-site signs are limited to a maximum of two signs located on collector and arterial streets only, and not within the public right-of-way. Such signs shall not exceed 32 square feet and/or ten feet in height. These signs may be allowed at the discretion of the planning division in addition to a city-approved off-site directional sign program for subdivisions.

(Ord. No. 1456, § 5(Exh. 1), 5-13-2025)

(a)

Sign program or plan required. A sign program (sign plan, master sign plan) shall be prepared for all new commercial, office or industrial projects, or any multi-tenant buildings or group of buildings, having four or more tenant or occupant spaces on a lot or combination of lots subject to a common development permit or plan. Existing developments aspiring to comply with this code shall be permitted to apply for a master sign plan retroactively. A "common development permit or plan" means any parcel map, grading, building, sign or other permit issued by the city which is for the complex, building as a whole or four or more tenants.

(b)

Consistency and integration. A sign program within multi-tenant developments shall be compatible and consistent with other on-site signs, structures, surrounding developments, and landscaping design to project a unified architectural statement.

(c)

Application requirements. A sign program shall be submitted to the planning division with the deposit fee for review, and contain the following plans and information:

(1)

Completed sign permit application form and fee.

(2)

Plans drawn to scale which indicate sign dimensions, colors, letter height and elevations.

(3)

Plans indicating the site plan and elevations detailed with location, area and dimension of every sign and the type of sign. All signs shall be depicted, including project identification signs, tenant identification signs, building identification signs, address signs, window signs, and on-site directional signs, as applicable.

(4)

Detailed narrative describing the regulations of the sign plan, including construction requirements, general requirements, installation requirements, and removal and replacement policies.

(Ord. No. 1456, § 5(Exh. 1), 5-13-2025)

Sec. 19.75.160. - Sign illumination standards.

Signs may be illuminated consistent with the following standards:

(1)

A sign in any zone may be illuminated at night. Signs that are illuminated at night may not exceed a maximum luminance level of 750 cd/m[2 ] or nits, regardless of the method of illumination.

(2)

Signs with external illumination shall have fully shielded lighting fixtures or luminaires.

(3)

All illuminated signs shall not exceed the maximum luminance level of 750 cd/m[2 ] or nits at least one-half hour before apparent sunset, as determined by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), U.S. Department of Commerce, for the specific geographic location and date. All illuminated signs must comply with this maximum luminance level throughout the night until apparent sunrise, as determined by the NOAA, at which time the sign may resume luminance levels appropriate for daylight conditions, when required or appropriate.

(Ord. No. 1456, § 5(Exh. 1), 5-13-2025)

(a)

Vision clearance areas. Vision clearance areas are triangular-shaped areas located at the intersection of any combination of rights-of-way, alleys or driveways. The sides of the triangle extend 30 feet from the intersection of the right-of-way, alley or driveway in either/each direction. No sign may be installed within this clear sight triangle.

(b)

Vehicle area clearances. In areas outside of rights-of-way, when a sign or awning extends over an area in which vehicles travel or are parked, the bottom of the structure must be at least 14 feet above the ground. Vehicle areas include driveways, alleys, parking areas, and loading and maneuvering areas.

(c)

Pedestrian area clearances. When a sign or awning extends more than 12 inches over a sidewalk, walkway, or other space used by pedestrians, the bottom of the structure must be at least eight feet above the

ground.

(d)

Clearances from fire escapes, means of egress or standpipes. Signs, sign structures and awnings are prohibited from being erected in any manner that interferes in any way with the free use of any fire escape, means of egress or standpipe. Attaching signs, sign structures or awnings to a fire escape is prohibited.

(e)

Obstruction of windows and ventilation. Signs, sign structures and awnings are prohibited from being installed in any way that obstructs any building openings to such an extent that light, ventilation or exhaust are reduced to a level below that required by the building code or other applicable regulations.

(f)

Obstruction of view. Signs, sign structures and awnings shall not cover windows or glazing, or block views from within the building.

(Ord. No. 1456, § 5(Exh. 1), 5-13-2025)

Sec. 19.75.180. - Sign maintenance.

Signs shall be properly maintained at all times. Noncompliance with the following requirements shall constitute a zoning violation and shall be abated pursuant to the provisions of chapter 19.75.190.

(1)

Every sign and all parts, portions, and materials shall be manufactured, assembled and erected in compliance with all applicable state, federal and local regulations.

(2)

All signs shall be kept clean, neatly painted and free from rust, discoloration, fading and corrosion. Any cracked or broken surfaces, malfunctioning lights, missing sign copy, discoloration, fading or other unmaintained or damaged portions of a sign shall be repaired or replaced within 14 days from notification by the city.

(3)

Signs, sign structures and awnings, together with their supports, braces, guys, anchors and electrical components must be maintained in a proper state of repair. The city may remove or order the removal of any sign, sign structure or awning that is not maintained in accordance with this code.

(4)

Any residue, damage or exposure of holes or electrical material on a building or structure resulting from the removal of signs shall be repaired within 14 days from removal of this sign.

(5)

Any sign pertaining to activities of businesses which are no longer in operation shall be removed from the premises or the sign copy shall be removed or obliterated within 60 days after the premises has been vacated. Any such sign not removed or altered within the specified time as set forth above shall constitute a nuisance and shall be subject to removal by the city at the property owner's expense.

(6)

Signs which are not properly maintained in accordance with the provisions of this section shall constitute a public nuisance, and shall be removed or abated at the owner's expense pursuant to the provisions of chapter 19.75.190.

(Ord. No. 1456, § 5(Exh. 1), 5-13-2025)

Sec. 19.75.190. - Sign enforcement and abatement.

A violation of the provisions of this chapter is deemed a continuing violation until the violation has been corrected.

(1)

Public nuisance. Any illegal sign within the city shall constitute a public nuisance and may be abated by the city in accordance with the following:

a.

If the address of the owner or person in possession or control of the sign is known, notice of the city's intention to remove and destroy the sign, stating the date after which the sign shall be removed, shall be mailed to the owner or person in possession or control, by certified mail, return receipt requested, at least ten days before the date of removal. If the address of the owner or person in possession or control is unavailable, the notice shall be affixed in a conspicuous place on the sign to be removed at least ten days before the date of removal. The notice shall set forth the applicable provisions of this chapter.

b.

The owner or person in possession or control of the sign may, before the removal date stated in the notice, file a written request for hearing with the planning commission. The request shall identify the sign and its location, date the name and address of the owner or person in possession or control and set forth in detail the reasons why the sign should not be removed and destroyed.

c.

If a request for hearing is filed, the planning commission shall hear the matter at a regularly scheduled meeting held not more than 60 days thereafter. After the hearing, the planning commission shall determine whether the sign shall be removed in accordance with this chapter. The planning commission shall render a written decision within ten days after the hearing and a copy of the decision shall be mailed to the owner or person in possession of the sign within seven days thereafter.

(2)

Hazardous signs. Notwithstanding any provision of this chapter, any illegal sign which constitutes a hazard to pedestrian or vehicular traffic may be removed immediately by the city, at the expense of the owner or people in possession or control of the sign, pending the completion of the notification and hearing procedures set forth in this section.

(Ord. No. 1456, § 5(Exh. 1), 5-13-2025)

Sec. 19.75.200. - Nonconforming signs.

The intent of this section is to recognize that the eventual elimination of existing signs not in conformity with the provisions of this chapter is as important as the prohibition of new signs that would violate these regulations.

(1)

General requirements. A nonconforming sign shall not be:

a.

Altered to convey an additional or alternative message.

b.

Structurally altered to extend its useful life.

c.

Structurally expanded or enlarged.

d.

Reestablished after a business discontinues for 60 days.

e.

Reestablished after damage or destruction of more than 50 percent of its value, as determined by the building division.

(2)

Review required prior to sign approval.

a.

No new sign shall be approved for a site, structure, building or use that contains nonconforming signs, unless such nonconforming signs are removed or modified to conform to the provisions of this chapter.

b.

No building permit shall be issued for any structure or building expansion or any new construction on a site which contains nonconforming signs, unless all signs on the site are brought into conformance with this

chapter.

(3)

Exceptions. This section shall not apply to outdoor advertising displays permitted under a relocation agreement pursuant to section 19.75.130(e). Such signs shall not be deemed nonconforming.

(Ord. No. 1456, § 5(Exh. 1), 5-13-2025)

CHAPTER 19.76. - BEVERAGE CONTAINER RECYCLING COLLECTION CENTERS

Sec. 19.76.010. - Permitted uses.

Pursuant to all applicable city standards and codes, uses permitted in CN, CC, LI, GI Zones shall include reversed vending machines on a parcel where there is an industrial or commercial use and the siting of small collections centers on vacant or built out parcels.

(Code 1972, § 19.76.010)

Sec. 19.76.020. - Permits required.

Large collection, light processing and heavy processing facilities shall be approved subject to a conditional use permit.

(Code 1972, § 19.76.020)

Sec. 19.76.030. - Permits for multiple sites.

A single administrative permit may be granted to allow more than one reverse vending machine or small collection facility located on different sites under the following conditions:

(1)

The operator of each of the proposed facilities is the same.

(2)

The proposed facilities are determined by the director or his representative to be similar in nature, size and intensity of activity.

(3)

All of the applicable criteria and standards set forth in sections 19.76.040 through 19.76.070 are met for each such proposed facility.

(Code 1972, § 19.76.030)

Sec. 19.76.040. - Reverse vending machines; criteria and standards.

Reverse vending machines shall comply with the following standards:

(1)

Be established in conjunction with a commercial use or community service facility which is in compliance with the zoning, building and fire codes of the city.

(2)

Be located within 30 feet of the entrance to the commercial structure and shall not obstruct pedestrian or vehicular circulation.

(3)

Not occupy parking spaces required by the primary use.

(4)

Occupy no more than 50 square feet of floor space per installation, including any protective enclosure, and shall be no more than eight feet in height.

(5)

Be constructed and maintained with durable waterproof and rustproof material.

(6)

Be clearly marked to identify the type of material to be deposited, operating instructions, and the identity and phone number of the operator or responsible person to call if the machine is inoperative.

(7)

Have a sign area of a maximum of four square feet per machine, exclusive of operating instruction.

(8)

Be maintained in a clean, litter-free condition on a daily basis.

(9)

Operating hours shall be at least the operating hours of the host use.

(10)

Be illuminated to ensure comfortable and safe operation if operating hours are between dusk and dawn.

(Code 1972, § 19.76.040)

Sec. 19.76.050. - Small collection facilities; criteria and standards.

Small collection facilities may be sited in commercial and industrial zones provided they comply with the following conditions:

(1)

Development criteria.

a.

Be established in conjunction with an existing commercial use or community service facility which is in compliance with the zoning, building and fire codes of the city.

b.

Be no larger than 500 square feet and occupy no more than five parking spaces not including space that will be periodically needed for removal of materials or exchange of containers.

c.

Be set back at least ten feet from any street line and shall not obstruct pedestrian or vehicular circulation.

d.

Accept only glass, metals, plastic containers, papers and reusable items. Used motor oil may be accepted with permission of the local public health official.

e.

Use no power-driven processing equipment except for reverse vending machines.

f.

Use containers that are constructed and maintained with durable waterproof and rustproof material, covered when site is not attended, secured from unauthorized entry or removal of material, and be of a capacity sufficient to accommodate materials collected and collection schedule.

g.

Store all recyclable material in containers or in the mobile unit vehicle, and not leave materials outside of containers when attendant is not present.

h.

Be maintained free of litter and any other undesirable materials, and mobile facilities, at which truck or containers are removed at the end of each collection day, shall be swept at the end of each collection day.

i.

Not exceed noise levels of 60 dBA as measured at the property line of residentially zoned or occupied property, otherwise shall not exceed 70 dBA.

j.

Attended facilities located within 100 feet of a property zoned or occupied for residential use shall operate only during the hours between 9:00 a.m. and 7:00 p.m.

k.

Containers for 24-hour donation of materials shall be at least 33 feet from any property zoned or occupied for residential use unless there is a recognized service corridor and acoustical shielding between the containers and the residential use.

l.

Containers shall be clearly marked to identify the type of material which may be deposited; the facility shall be clearly marked to identify the name and telephone number of the facility operator and the hours of operation, and display a notice stating that no material shall be left outside the recycling enclosure or containers.

m.

The facility shall not impair the landscaping required by local ordinances for any concurrent use by this chapter or any permit issued pursuant thereto.

n.

No additional parking spaces shall be required for customers of a small collection facility located at the established parking lot of a host use. One space shall be provided for the attendant, if needed.

o.

Mobile recycling units shall have an area clearly marked to prohibit other vehicular parking during hours when the mobile unit is scheduled to be present.

p.

Occupation of parking spaced by the facility and by the attendant shall not reduce available parking spaces below the minimum number required for the primary host use unless all of the following conditions exist:

1.

The facility is located in a convenience zone or a potential convenience zone as designated by the state department of conservation.

2.

A parking study shows that existing parking capacity is not already fully utilized during the time the recycling facility will be on the site.

3.

A reduction in available parking spaces in an established parking facility may then be allowed as follows:

(i)

For a commercial hose use:

(ii)

For a community facility host use: A maximum five spaces reduction will be allowed when not in conflict with parking needs of the hose use.

(2)

Signs. Signs may be provided as follows:

a.

Recycling facilities may have identification signs with a maximum of 20 percent per side or 16 square feet, whichever is larger, in addition to informational signs required in subsection (1)l of this section. In the case of a wheeled facility, the side will be measured from the pavement to the top of the container.

b.

Signs shall be consistent with the character of the location.

c.

Directional signs bearing no advertising message may be installed with the approval of the director of designated representative if necessary to facilitate traffic circulation.

d.

The director or his designated representative may authorize increases in the number and size of signs upon the findings that such is compatible with adjacent businesses.

(Code 1972, § 19.76.050)

Sec. 19.76.060. - Large collection facilities; criteria and standards.

A large collection facility is one that is larger than 500 square feet, or is on a separate property not appurtenant to a host use and which may have a permanent building. A large collection facility is permitted in neighborhood commercial zones with a minor use permit and in other commercial and industrial zones with a site development permit, provided the facility meets the following standards:

(1)

Facility standards.

a.

Facility does not abut a property zoned for residential use.

b.

Facility will be screened from the public right-of-way by operating in an enclosed building or:

1.

Within an area enclosed by an opaque fence at least six feet in height with landscaping.

2.

At least 150 feet from property zoned for residential use; and

3.

Meets all applicable noise standards of this Code.

(2)

Development standards.

a.

Setbacks and landscape requirements shall be those provided for in the zoning district in which the facility is located.

b.

All exterior storage of material shall be sturdy containers which are covered, secured and maintained in good condition. Storage containers for flammable material shall be constructed of nonflammable material. Oil storage must be in containers approved by the city fire department and/or county health official. No storage, excluding truck trailers and overseas containers, shall be visible above the height of the fencing.

c.

Sites shall be maintained free of litter and any other undesirable materials and shall be cleaned of loose debris on a daily basis.

d.

Space shall be provided on sites for six vehicles or the anticipated peak customer load, whichever is higher, to circulate and to deposit recyclable materials except where the director or his designee determined that allowing overflow traffic above six vehicles is compatible with surrounding businesses and public safety.

e.

One parking space shall be provided for each commercial vehicle operated by the recycling facility. Parking requirements shall be as provided for in the zone except that parking requirements for employees may be reduced when it can be shown that parking spaces are not necessary, such as when employees are transported in a company vehicle to a work facility.

f.

Noise levels shall not exceed 60 dBA as measured at the property line of residentially zoned property.

g.

If the facility is located within 500 feet of property zoned for residential use, it shall not be in operation between 7:00 p.m. and 7:00 a.m.

h.

Any containers provided for after-hours donation of recyclable materials shall be at least 500 feet from any property zoned for residential use, shall be of sturdy, rustproof construction, shall have sufficient capacity to accommodate materials collected and shall be secure from unauthorized entry or removal of materials.

i.

Donation areas shall be kept free of litter and any other undesirable material, and the containers shall be clearly marked to identify the type of material that may be deposited. The facility shall display a notice stating that no material shall be left outside the recycling containers.

j.

The facility shall be clearly marked with the name and phone number of the facility operator and the hours of operation; identification and informational signs shall meet the standards of the zone; and directional signs, bearing no advertising message, may be installed with the approval of the director or his designee to facilitate traffic circulation if the facility is not visible from the public right-of-way.

k.

Power-driven processing, including aluminum foil and can compacting, baling, plastic shredding, or other light processing activities necessary for efficient temporary storage and shipment of material, may be approved through a use permit process or at the discretion of the director or his designee if noise and other conditions are met.

(Code 1972, § 19.76.060)

Sec. 19.76.070. - Processing facilities; criteria and standards.

(a)

Zones permitted. A light processing facility shall be permitted in CC and LI Zones with a minor use permit. A large processor is permitted in the LI Zone with a conditional use permit. All processors are permitted in

the GI Zone with an approved site plan or according to the practice of the city for similar uses.

(b)

Conditions. A processor shall meet the following conditions:

(1)

The facility does not abut a property zoned for residential use.

(2)

In a commercial or light industrial zone, processors shall operate in a wholly enclosed building except for incidental storage, or:

a.

Within an area enclosed on all sides by an opaque fence or wall not less than eight feet in height and landscaped on all street frontages.

b.

Located at least 150 feet from property zoned or planned for residential use.

(3)

Power-driven processing shall be permitted, provided all noise level requirements are met. Light processing facilities are limited to baling, briquetting, crushing, compacting, grinding, shredding, and sorting of sourceseparated recyclable materials and repairing of reusable materials.

(4)

A light processing facility shall be no larger than 45,000 square feet and shall have no more than an average of two outbound truck shipments of material per day and may not shred, compact or bale ferrous metals other than food and beverage containers.

(5)

A processing facility may accept used motor oil for recycling from the generator in accordance with section 25250.11 of the California Health and Safety Code.

(6)

Setbacks and landscaping requirements shall be those provided for the zoning district in which the facility is located.

(7)

All exterior storage of material shall be in sturdy containers or enclosures which are covered, secured, and maintained in good condition. Storage containers for flammable material shall be constructed of nonflammable material. Oil storage must be in containers approved by the city fire department and/or

county health official. No storage, excluding truck trailers and overseas containers, will be visible above the height of the fencing.

(8)

Site shall be maintained free of litter and any other undesirable materials, and will be cleaned of loose debris on a daily basis and will be secured from unauthorized entry and removal of materials when attendants are not present.

(9)

Space shall be provided on-site for the anticipated peak load of customer to circulate, park and deposit recyclable materials. If the facility is open to the public, space will be provided for a minimum of ten customers or the peak load, whichever is higher, except where the director or his designee determined that allowing overflow traffic is compatible with surrounding businesses and public safety.

(10)

One parking space will be provided for each commercial vehicle operated by the processing center.

(Code 1972, § 19.76.070)

CHAPTER 19.77. - BOARD OF ZONING ADJUSTMENT

Sec. 19.77.010. - Establishment of the board of zoning adjustment.

There shall be established, pursuant to the authority granted in section 65900 of the California Government Code, a board of zoning adjustment for the purposes of administering the provisions of this chapter. The members of the board of zoning adjustment shall be five citizens of the city as appointed by the city council for four-year terms. Any three members shall constitute a quorum for the purpose of conducting business. The planning and community development director shall serve as the official secretary of the board and shall make, keep and maintain all the records of the proceedings of the board. All board of zoning adjustment hearings shall be conducted as public hearings pursuant to Government Code section 65900 et seq.

(Code 1972, § 19.77.010)

Sec. 19.77.020. - Public nuisances.

The board of zoning adjustment shall hear and decide orders to abate public nuisances as provided in the applicable sections of chapter 7.02 and orders to assess the costs of abatement against the property abated as authorized by this Code.

(Code 1972, § 19.77.020)

Sec. 19.77.030. - Grievance with final order; appeal to city council.

(a)

General appeal procedure. Whenever any person is aggrieved by any final order of the board of zoning adjustment issued pursuant to the provisions of title 1, this title, or any other provision of this Code, such person may appeal to the city council the issuance of said order or confirmation by filing a written appeal in accordance with the provisions of this title. Nothing in this title shall be interpreted to mean that the appellate process set forth in this section 19.77.030 shall apply when the board of zoning adjustment makes solely a municipal ordinance violation decision. This section shall apply to municipal ordinance violation decisions only when such decisions are rendered in conjunction with a decision issued pursuant to a title other than title 1.

(b)

Public appeal. Within ten calendar days after mailing of the decision, the applicant or any interested persons may appeal the decision to the city council by filing a written appeal with the city clerk, with the appropriate filing fee. The city clerk shall transmit one copy of the appeal to the planning and community development director and one copy to the applicant, in the event that the appeal is not that of the applicant. The written appeal shall specify the person making the appeal, the decision appealed from and shall state the reasons for the appeal. Appeals shall be limited to action beyond the authority of the decision-making body, action based on incorrect facts or that the decisions violated provisions of law.

(c)

City council appeal. Within ten calendar days after the mailing of the decision, any member of the city council may appeal a decision and request review by the council. Thereupon, the city clerk shall give written notice to the planning and community development director and the applicant and set the matter for review by the city council within 30 days.

(d)

Report. After filing of an applicant's or any other interested person's appeal, the city clerk shall transmit the appeal to the planning and community development director for a written report detailing the facts of the appeal. The planning and community development director's report shall be filed within 30 days for review by the city council. After reviewing the facts, the city council may decide to either hear the appeal, hear the appeal in part or not hear the appeal by minute motion.

(e)

Hearing. The appeal hearing shall be held within 30 days after the city council's decision to hear the appeal, unless the 30-day time limit is waived by the appellant. Not less than ten days before the date of the hearing the notice of the hearing shall be mailed to the applicant in the event that the applicant is not the appellant, and to any person who has made a written request for such notice.

(f)

Referral of appeal. After the hearing and before making a final decision, the city council may refer the appealed item back to the board of zoning adjustment for further consideration. The city council may affirm in whole or in part, modify or reverse the decision of the board of zoning adjustment.

(Code 1972, § 19.77.030)

CHAPTER 19.78. - VIOLATION/PENALTY

It is unlawful for any person to erect, construct, enlarge, alter, repair, move, use, occupy or maintain any real or personal property or portion thereof in the city or cause the same to be done contrary to or in violation of any provision of this title. No person shall violate any of the provisions, or fail to comply with any of the requirements of this title. Unless a different penalty is prescribed for violation of a specific provision of this title, any person violating any of the provisions or failing to comply with the requirements of this title is guilty of an infraction and punishable as provided in section 1.16.010; provided, however, that any person who violates any of the provisions or fails to comply with any of the requirements of this title and has previously been convicted two or more times during any continuous 12-month period for any crime made punishable by this title shall be guilty of a misdemeanor.

(Code 1972, § 19.78.010)

CHAPTER 19.80. - NONCONFORMING BUILDINGS AND USES

Sec. 19.80.010. - Purpose.

(a)

The purpose of this chapter is to establish provisions for the continued use, modification or removal of nonconforming buildings and uses. A nonconforming building or use is one that was lawfully established and maintained, but due to changes in the zoning code or other governmental actions, such building or use no longer complies with the provisions of this title. A nonconforming building, or portion of a building, or use shall constitute a nonconforming use of the property.

(b)

It is also the intent of this chapter to permit nonconformities to continue until they are removed. In addition, nonconformities shall not be enlarged, expanded, extended, altered, moved, reestablished after abandonment or restored after destruction, except as provided by this chapter. It is the goal of this chapter to require nonconforming uses to be altered to conform to the current requirements of this title.

(Code 1972, § 19.80.010)

Sec. 19.80.020. - Nonconforming buildings and uses.

The following regulations shall apply to all nonconforming buildings and structures, or parts thereof, and uses existing on January 3, 1954:

(1)

Continued use and enlargement. Any nonconforming building or structure may be continued and maintained provided there is no physical change other than necessary maintenance and repair in such building or structure except as permitted in sections 19.80.030 and 19.80.040. Any nonconforming use may

be continued and maintained provided there is no increase or enlargement of the area, space or volume occupied or devoted to such nonconforming use.

(2)

Discontinued or abandoned buildings and uses. Any part of a building, structure or land occupied by a nonconforming use, which use is discontinued or abandoned for a period of one year or more, shall not again be used or occupied for a nonconforming use. The use of the building, structure or site shall be in conformity with the regulations for the zone in which it is located, except this provision shall not apply to dwelling units.

(3)

Maintenance or change of nonconforming structures. Any part of a building, structure or land occupied by such nonconforming use which is changed to or replaced by a use conforming to the provisions of this title as they apply to the particular zoning category or district shall not thereafter be used or occupied by a nonconforming use. If no structural alterations are made, a nonconforming use of a building may be changed to another nonconforming use of a more restrictive zoning classification or district.

(Code 1972, § 19.80.020)

Sec. 19.80.030. - Buildings under construction.

Nothing contained in this title shall require any change in the plans, construction or designated use of a building for which a building permit has been issued, and plans for which are on file with the city building and safety department on December 4, 1953, and the construction of which in either case shall have been diligently prosecuted within one year of the date of such permit and the ground story framework of which, including the second tier of beams, shall have been completed within such year, and which entire building shall be completed according to such plans as filed, within two years from December 4, 1953.

(Code 1972, § 19.80.030)

Sec. 19.80.040. - Reconstruction of damaged nonconforming buildings.

Nothing in this title shall be taken to prevent the restoration of a nonconforming building destroyed to the extent of not more than 75 percent of its reasonable value, to be determined by the Building Official, by fire, explosion or other casualty, or act of God, of the public enemy, nor the continued occupancy or use of such building or part thereof which existed at the time of such partial destruction, but any building so damaged to more than 75 percent of its value may not be rebuilt, repaired or used unless it is made to conform to all regulations for buildings in the zoning district or category in which it is located.

(Code 1972, § 19.80.040; Ord. No. 1449, § 4(Att. A), 2-11-2025)

Sec. 19.80.050. - Nonconforming uses resulting from amendments.

The provisions of this title shall apply to uses which become nonconforming by reason of any amendment to this title, as of the effective date of such amendment.

(Code 1972, § 19.80.050)

CHAPTER 19.81. - ACCESSORY DWELLING UNITS AND JUNIOR ACCESSORY DWELLING UNITS[[4]]

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Editor's note— Ord. No. 1449, § 4(Att. A), adopted Feb. 11, 2025, amended ch. 19.81 in its entirety to read as herein set out. Former ch. 19.81, §§ 19.81.010—19.81.130, pertained to similar subject matter, and derived from Ord. No. 1412, § 5(Exh. 1), adopted Jan. 11, 2022.

The purpose of this section is to establish regulations and procedures for reviewing and permitting accessory dwelling units (ADUs) and junior accessory dwelling units (JADUs) consistent with Chapter 13 of Division 1 of Title 7 of the California Government Code, or any successor statute.

(Ord. No. 1449, § 4(Att. A), 2-11-2025)

Sec. 19.81.020. - Definitions.

The following words, terms and phrases, when used in this chapter, shall have the meanings ascribed to them in this section, except where the context clearly indicates a different meaning:

Accessory dwelling unit (ADU) is an attached or a detached residential dwelling unit that provides complete independent living facilities for one or more persons and is located on a lot with a proposed or existing primary residence. It shall include permanent provisions for living, sleeping, eating, cooking, and sanitation on the same parcel as the single-family or multifamily dwelling is or will be situated. "ADU" also includes the following: (1) an efficiency unit, as defined in Health and Safety Code Section 17958.1; and (2) a manufactured home, as defined in California Health and Safety Code Section 18007.

Accessory structure is a structure that is located on the same lot as the primary dwelling. An accessory structure may be either attached or detached from the primary dwelling and must have a use that is incidental to the main use. Examples of residential accessory uses include, but are not limited to, storage sheds, garages, studios.

Attached ADU is an accessory dwelling unit created by new construction that is attached to the primary dwelling unit by a shared wall, floor, or ceiling.

Converted existing space ADU is an accessory dwelling unit created by the conversion of existing floor area within either the primary dwelling unit or an accessory structure or an existing multifamily dwelling on the lot, or by total replacement of an existing accessory structure on the lot with an ADU.

Detached ADU is an accessory dwelling unit located on the same parcel and is created by new construction that is detached, or separate from, the primary dwelling unit. Detached ADUs may be constructed on any parcel where single-family, mixed use or multi-family uses are existing or permitted by zoning.

Efficiency kitchen. An efficiency kitchen shall be defined as an area that shall include a sink, food preparation counter and food storage area. A plug-in food preparation appliance, such as a microwave or hot plate, may also be provided.

Existing building envelope. The existing walls and roofs of a dwelling that separate interior space for exterior space. A space enclosed by at least two walls and a roof is within the existing building envelope.

Junior accessory dwelling unit (JADU) is a unit that is no more than 500 square feet in size and contained entirely within a single-family residence. A junior accessory dwelling unit may include separate sanitation facilities, or may share sanitation facilities with the existing structure.

Kitchen. An area that includes a cooking appliance, sink, refrigerator and food preparation and storage area.

Livable Space. A space in a dwelling intended for human habitation, including living, sleeping, eating, cooking, or sanitation.

Ministerial action or ministerial. A permit application reviewed by staff for compliance with specific standards and approved without discretionary review or a hearing.

Minor adjustment. Defined in Perris Municipal Code Section 19.54.020(9), a minor adjustment to specific development standards may be approved by the development services Director.

Multi-family dwelling. An existing building that contains more than one dwelling unit and is located within a zoning district that allows multi-family dwellings.

Primary dwelling unit may be any of the following: an existing single-family dwelling, a proposed singlefamily dwelling, or an existing multi-family structure.

Proposed dwelling is a dwelling that has applied for a permit and that meets the requirements for permitting.

Public transit is a location, including, but not limited to, a bus stop or train station, where the public may access buses, trains, subways, and other forms of transportation that charge set fares, run on fixed routes and are available to the public.

Tandem parking. When two or more vehicles are parked lined up one behind the other.

Underlying zoning. The zoning district in which a parcel is located on the City of Perris Zoning Map or within a specific plan.

(Ord. No. 1449, § 4(Att. A), 2-11-2025)

Sec. 19.81.030. - Applicability.

Any construction, establishment, alteration, enlargement, or modification of an ADU or a JADU shall comply with the requirements of this chapter and the city's building and fire codes. An ADU or JADU shall be deemed:

(1)

Consistent with the general plan designation and zoning for the parcel on which the ADU or JADU is located.

(2)

Within the allowable density for the parcel on which the ADU or JADU is located.

(Ord. No. 1449, § 4(Att. A), 2-11-2025)

Sec. 19.81.040. - Review authority.

ADUs and JADUs that meet the applicable development standards described in this chapter and the requirements of the underlying zoning shall be subject to ministerial approval.

(Ord. No. 1449, § 4(Att. A), 2-11-2025)

Sec. 19.81.050. - Location.

(a)

ADUs and JADUs are permitted on sites that have an existing or primary dwelling unit and within underlying zoning districts that allow single-family homes or mixed use.

(b)

ADUs are permitted on sites that have existing multi-family residences and within underlying zoning districts allow multi-family homes or mixed use homes.

(c)

JADUs are not permitted on sites where a portion of the primary dwelling has been converted to an ADU.

(d)

JADUs are not permitted on sites with multi-family projects.

(Ord. No. 1449, § 4(Att. A), 2-11-2025)

Sec. 19.81.060. - Land use regulations and development standards for all ADUs.

Except as modified by this chapter, all ADUs shall conform to the requirements of the underlying residential zoning district and the zoning code in addition to the standards listed below.

(1)

Minimum lot area. There shall be no minimum lot area required to establish an ADU and/or JADU.

(2)

Building height.

a.

Single Family Detached ADU. Shall not exceed 16 feet above grade, unless the property is within ½ mile walking distance of a major transit stop or a high-quality transit corridor, in which case the Detached ADU shall not exceed 18 feet above grade. An additional two feet in height shall be allowed to accommodate a roof pitch on the ADU that is aligned with the roof pitch of the primary dwelling unit.

b.

Single Family Attached ADU. Shall not exceed 25 feet above grade or the height limitation of the underlying zoning district applicable to the primary dwelling, whichever is less.

c.

A detached ADU on a lot with an existing or proposed multifamily, multistory dwelling. Shall not exceed a height of 18 feet above grade.

(3)

Setbacks.

a.

Front yard. Determined by underlying zone, except as provided in Section 19.81.060(9).

b.

Side and rear yards. Minimum four feet or underlying zone requirement whichever is less.

c.

When a property is adjacent to an alley, the side or rear yard setback may be reduced with the minor adjustment approval.

(4)

Architectural design. The architectural design of the ADU shall be compatible with the architectural style and materials used in the primary dwelling or multi-family project.

(5)

Exterior entrance. All units must have an entrance separate from the primary dwelling entrance.

(6)

Sanitation facilities. A separate bathroom is required with sink, toilet, and shower/bathtub; JADUs may share sanitation facilities with the primary dwelling.

(7)

Kitchen. A kitchen is required.

(8)

Fire sprinklers. Fire sprinklers are required when the primary dwelling unit has fire sprinklers.

(9)

Underlying zoning standards. Lot coverage, distance requirements between structures and other standards established by the underlying zoning may be applied so long as application of the requirements does not prohibit the construction of an ADU with a floor area that is 800 square feet or with side and rear yard setbacks that are no less than four feet.

(Ord. No. 1449, § 4(Att. A), 2-11-2025)

Sec. 19.81.070. - Specific land use regulations and development standards for single-family—Attached ADUs.

In addition to the development standards outlined in Section 19.81.060, attached ADUs shall comply with the following standards.

(1)

Zoning. ADUs are allowed in any zoning district that permits a single-family residence including mixed use zones.

(2)

Maximum number of units on a site. No more than one primary dwelling unit, one attached ADU and one JADU are permitted.

(3)

Minimum unit size. Must have a minimum of 320 square feet floor area but shall not prohibit construction of an efficiency unit pursuant to Government Code Section 66321.

(4)

Maximum unit size. The attached ADU shall have an area no more than 50 percent of the floor area in the primary dwelling and shall not exceed the following requirements:

a.

Studios and one-bedroom units—850 square feet.

b.

More than one-bedroom units—1,000 square feet.

(5)

Parking requirements. Except as provided in Section 19.81.120, one parking space shall be required.

(Ord. No. 1449, § 4(Att. A), 2-11-2025)

Sec. 19.81.080. - Specific land use regulations and development standards for single-family—Detached ADUs.

In addition to the development standards outlined in Section 19.81.060, detached ADUs shall comply with the following standards.

(1)

Zoning. ADUs are allowed in any zoning district that permits a single-family residence.

(2)

Maximum number of units on a site. No more than one primary dwelling unit, one detached ADU and one JADU are permitted.

(3)

Minimum unit size. Must have a minimum of 320 square feet floor area but shall not prohibit construction of an efficiency unit pursuant to Government Code Section 66321.

(4)

Maximum unit size. The detached ADU shall not exceed the following requirements:

a.

Studios and one-bedroom units—850 square feet.

b.

More than one-bedroom units—1,200 square feet or 75 percent of the primary dwelling, whichever is less.

(5)

Setbacks.

a.

Front yard. Determined by underlying zone.

b.

Side and rear yards. Minimum four feet or underlying zone, whichever is less.

c.

When a property is adjacent to an alley, the side or rear yard setback may be reduced with the minor adjustment approval.

(6)

Parking requirements. Except as provided in Section 19.81.120, one parking space shall be required.

(Ord. No. 1449, § 4(Att. A), 2-11-2025)

Sec. 19.81.090. - Specific land use regulations and development standards for single-family—Converted existing space ADUs.

In addition to the development standards outlined in Section 19.81.060, converted existing space ADUs shall comply with the following standards.

(1)

Zoning. ADUs and JADUs are allowed in any zoning district that permits a single-family residence.

(2)

Maximum number of units on a site. No more than one primary dwelling unit, one converted existing space ADU, one detached ADU, and one JADU.

(3)

Minimum unit size. Must have a minimum of 320 square feet floor area.

(4)

Maximum size. No limit.

(5)

Building envelope. The converted existing space ADU must be constructed within the existing or proposed floor area of the primary dwelling.

(6)

Additional floor area. Building envelope may be increased by up to 150 square feet to accommodate a new entrance to the converted existing space ADU.

(7)

Parking requirements.

a.

Primary dwelling. When a garage is converted to an ADU, the parking for the primary dwelling does not have to be replaced.

b.

ADU. None.

(Ord. No. 1449, § 4(Att. A), 2-11-2025)

Sec. 19.81.100. - Specific land use regulations and development standards for JADUs.

In addition to the development standards outlined in section 19.81.060, JADUs shall comply with the following standards.

(1)

Zoning. JADUs are allowed in any zoning district that permits a single-family residence.

(2)

Maximum number of JADUs on a site. One.

(3)

Minimum unit size. Must have a minimum of 320 square feet floor area.

(4)

Maximum unit size. The maximum floor area of a JADU shall not exceed 500 square feet.

(5)

Building envelope. The JADU must be constructed within the existing or proposed building envelope of the primary dwelling.

(6)

Additional floor area. Building envelope may be increased by up to 150 square feet to accommodate a new entrance to the JADU. JADU total area shall not exceed the maximum size defined in section 19.81.100(c).

(7)

Exterior entrance. JADU must have an entrance separate from the primary dwelling entrance.

(8)

Parking requirements. None.

(9)

Kitchen. A kitchen area is required. Kitchen area shall include space for food storage and preparation. Cooking appliances may include microwaves or other similar devices.

(Ord. No. 1449, § 4(Att. A), 2-11-2025)

Sec. 19.81.110. - Specific land use regulations and development standards for ADUs in multi-family sites.

In addition to the development standards outlined in Section 19.81.060, ADUs on lots with existing or proposed multifamily dwellings shall comply with the following standards.

(1)

Zoning. ADUs are allowed on residential and mixed use zoned properties with existing or proposed multifamily dwellings.

(2)

Maximum number of ADUs.

a.

Converted existing space ADUs—At least one ADU and up to 25 percent of the existing multifamily dwelling units, as calculated pursuant to subsection (5) of this Section.

b.

Detached ADUs— On a lot with an existing multifamily dwelling, up to eight ADUs, provided that in no case shall the number of detached ADUs exceed the number of existing multifamily dwelling units. On a lot with a proposed multifamily dwelling, no more than two detached ADUs.

c.

Attached units—If no detached ADUs or converted existing space ADUs can be built on the site, one attached ADU is permitted.

(3)

Minimum unit size.

a.

Converted existing space ADUs—Must have a minimum of 320 square feet floor area but shall not prohibit construction of an efficiency unit pursuant to Government Code Section 66321.

b.

Detached ADUs—A minimum of 320 square feet floor area but shall not prohibit construction of an efficiency unit pursuant to Government Code Section 66321.

c.

Attached ADUs—A minimum of 320 square feet floor area but shall not prohibit construction of an efficiency unit pursuant to Government Code Section 66321.

(4)

Location.

a.

For converted existing space ADUs, lot must have an existing multi-family dwelling. For detached or attached ADUs, lot must have an existing or proposed multifamily dwelling; and

b.

Converted existing space ADUs must be located within portions of the structure that are not used as livable space, including but not limited to storage rooms, boiler rooms, passageways, attics, basements, and garages.

(5)

Multi-family sites. The following shall apply for purposes of calculating the 25 percent limitation set forth in subparagraph 2(a) of this Section:

a.

Previously approved ADUs shall not count towards the existing multi-family dwellings.

b.

Fractions shall be rounded down to the next lower number of ADUs, except that at least one ADU shall be permitted; and

c.

Multi-family projects approved and built as a single complex shall be considered one lot, regardless of the number of parcels or buildings.

(6)

Maximum unit size.

a.

Studios and one-bedroom units—850 square feet.

b.

More than one-bedroom units—1,000 square feet.

(7)

Parking requirements.

a.

Converted existing space units—None.

b.

Detached units—One per ADU.

(Ord. No. 1449, § 4(Att. A), 2-11-2025)

Sec. 19.81.120. - Parking standards.

(a)

Parking requirements. Parking shall comply with Section 19.69.020, except as modified by the requirements of this chapter.

(1)

Unless the requirement is exempted or waived by other provisions of this chapter, each ADU shall have one designated off-street parking space.

(2)

Tandem parking and parking within the rear and side yard setbacks are permitted unless findings can be made by city staff demonstrating that the design or location would create dangerous life or fire safety conditions.

(3)

When a garage, carport, covered parking structure, or uncovered parking space is demolished in conjunction with the construction of an ADU or converted to an ADU, replacement parking is not required.

(b)

Parking not required. ADUs do not need to provide parking when one of the following standards is met.

(1)

The property is within ½ mile walking distance of public transit.

(2)

The ADU is within an area considered historically significant as defined by the California Register of Historic Resources.

(3)

The ADU is part of the primary dwelling or an accessory structure.

(4)

When on-street parking permits are required but not offered to the occupant of the ADU.

(5)

When there is a carshare vehicle located within one block of the ADU.

(Ord. No. 1449, § 4(Att. A), 2-11-2025)

Sec. 19.81.130. - Operational requirements for all ADUs and JADUs.

(a)

No separate conveyance.

(1)

Single-family ADUs and JADUs. An ADU or JADU may be rented, but no ADU or JADU may be sold or otherwise conveyed separately from the lot and the primary dwelling, except as otherwise permitted by applicable law.

(2)

ADUs on lots with multifamily dwellings. An ADU may be rented, but no ADU may be sold or otherwise conveyed separately from the lot and the other dwellings, except as otherwise permitted by applicable law.

(b)

Short-term Rentals. An ADU or JADU permitted by this chapter shall not be rented for periods of less than 31 days.

(c)

Deed restriction and recordation. Prior to issuance of a building and/or grading permit for an ADU and/or JADU, the property owner shall record a deed restriction with the county recorder's office, the form of which is approved by the City Attorney. This deed restriction shall remain in effect so long as the ADU and/or JADU remains on the lot.

(1)

JADU deed restrictions shall include and describe the following:

a.

Prohibition on the separate conveyance of the JADU except as otherwise permitted by applicable law.

b.

Approved size and attributes of the JADU.

c.

Restrictions on short-term rentals required by PMC Section 19.81.130(b).

d.

JADU owner occupancy requirement as defined in Government Code Section 65852.22(a)(2).

(2)

ADU deed restrictions shall include and describe the restrictions on short-term rentals required by PMC Section 19.81.130(a) and Government Code Section 66314(d)(1), except under the limited circumstances described in GC 66341. Deed restrictions shall also include and describe restriction required by PMC Section 19.81.130(b).

(Ord. No. 1449, § 4(Att. A), 2-11-2025)